Course Title: Microbiology
Part A: Course Overview
Course Title: Microbiology
Credit Points: 12.00
Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
BIOL2158 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
135H Applied Sciences |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 1 2006, Sem 1 2007, Sem 1 2008, Sem 1 2009, Sem 1 2010, Sem 1 2012, Sem 1 2013, Sem 1 2014, Sem 1 2015, Sem 1 2016 |
BIOL2158 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
171H School of Science |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 1 2017, Sem 1 2018, Sem 1 2019, Sem 1 2020, Sem 1 2021, Sem 1 2022 |
BIOL2159 |
Bundoora Campus |
Undergraduate |
135H Applied Sciences |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 1 2006, Sem 1 2007, Sem 1 2008, Sem 1 2009, Sem 1 2010, Sem 1 2012, Sem 1 2013, Sem 1 2014, Sem 1 2015, Sem 1 2016 |
BIOL2195 |
Bundoora Campus |
Postgraduate |
135H Applied Sciences |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 1 2006, Sem 1 2007, Sem 1 2008, Sem 1 2009, Sem 1 2010, Sem 1 2012, Sem 1 2013, Sem 1 2015, Sem 1 2016 |
BIOL2337 |
Open Learning Australia |
Non Award |
171H School of Science |
Distance / Correspondence |
OUASP3UG20 |
Flexible Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
BIOL2425 |
OUA CSP |
Undergraduate |
171H School of Science |
Internet |
OUACSP2020 (All) |
BIOL2425 |
OUA CSP |
Undergraduate |
171H School of Science |
Internet |
OUACSP2021 (All) |
Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Taghrid Istivan
Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 7107
Course Coordinator Email: taghrid.istivan@rmit.edu.au
Course Coordinator Location: 223.1. Bundoora West Campus
Course Coordinator Availability: By appointment
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
Pre-requisites: a pass in BIOL2256/BIOL2257 Introduction to Microbiology, Immunology and Genetics or an equivalent introductory microbiology course with a practical component.It is assumed that students will have the basic practical skills and knowledge of aseptic technique to work safely in the microbiology laboratory.
Course Description
This second year microbiology course follows on from introductory studies in microbiology. It enhances the depth of knowledge and practical skills in microbiology with emphasis on bacteria and other microorganisms of importance to humans including viruses, fungi and parasites. This general microbiology course provides the background and fundamental skills for the study of higher level applied courses including food microbiology, environmental microbiology and medical / clinical microbiology.
The course has a comprehensive compulsory on-campus or online practical component that is undertaken to complement the theory component.
The capabilities developed in this course include knowledge, technical expertise, critical analysis, communication skills and professional awareness of important medical and industrial microorganisms.
Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development
On successful completion of this course, you should be able to:
- Describe characteristics, taxonomy, and classification of bacteria and other microorganisms of importance to humans, and apply this knowledge to various microbiology fields (such as medicine & health, environment, and food industries).
- Isolate and identify bacteria and other microorganisms, applying knowledge of specific microbial characteristics for detection, prevention and control.
- Perform microbiology laboratory skills safely and carefully, and demonstrate knowledge of hazards, their prevention and safety.
- Work effectively and cooperatively in small groups.
- Critically analyse and discuss the results of laboratory investigation into selected case studies demonstrating creativity, initiative and a high level of autonomy.
- Communicate clearly and effectively via oral and written approaches using the proper scientific language in the field.
This course contributes to the following Program Learning Outcomes in BP226 Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology), BP229 Bachelor of Science (Biology), MC111 Master of Biotechnology and MC237 Master of Food Science and Technology:
1.2. You will demonstrate a coherent understanding of biological sciences by explaining the role and relevance of biological sciences in society.
Overview of Learning Activities
You will learn in this course by:
- Face to face and/or online activities in which syllabus material will be presented and explained.
- Compulsory participation in practical o-campus or online classes which complement the theory enabling you to acquire and practise skills to handle microorganisms in the laboratory. Discussion sessions during practical classes aim to ensure proper understanding of the topics.
- Working through and preparing written practical assignments and the application of different e-media tools to produce oral presentations.
- Private study, working through the course as presented in classes and learning materials provided by the Canvas learning management system.
- You will work both individually and collaboratively with your peers under the guidance of professional academics and industry experts.
Overview of Learning Resources
A textbook will be prescribed or recommended for this course. Other reference material (e.g. texts in the library, journal articles, websites) will be referred to during classes or on the myRMIT Studies website.
The course is supported by the Canvas learning management system which provides specific learning resources.
See the RMIT Library Guide at http://rmit.libguides.com/Biotechnology-and-Biological-Sciences
Overview of Assessment
Note: This course has the practical component as a HURDLE which represents (50 %) of the total mark. The skills learned in practical classes on-campus or online are essential for accreditation and to ensure that you can operate safely and competently as a professional in microbiology laboratory settings.
All hurdle requirements for this course have been approved by the College.
Practical component assessment (HURDLE):
Weighting: 50%
This assessment supports CLOs 1-6.
You will be required to demonstrate knowledge of basic microbiological laboratory skills and to demonstrate practical competence in basic microbiological laboratory skills as assessed by your teachers either during classes and/or online assessment tasks.
Theory component assessments (50%) includes:
Discipline based authentic assessments on course theory
Weighting 30%.
The assessments support CLOs 1, 2, 5 & 6.
Group Seminar Presentation
Weighting 20%
This assessment supports CLO 1, 4, 5 & 6