Course Title: Medical Microbiology 2

Part A: Course Overview

Course Title: Medical Microbiology 2

Credit Points: 12.00

Terms

Course Code

Campus

Career

School

Learning Mode

Teaching Period(s)

ONPS2120

Bundoora Campus

Undergraduate

135H Applied Sciences

Face-to-Face

 Sem 2 2006,
Sem 2 2007,
Sem 2 2008,
Sem 2 2009,
Sem 2 2010,
Sem 2 2011,
Sem 2 2012,
Sem 2 2013,
Sem 2 2015,
Sem 2 2016

ONPS2120

Bundoora Campus

Undergraduate

171H School of Science

Face-to-Face

 Sem 2 2017,
Sem 2 2018,
Sem 2 2019,
Sem 2 2020,
Sem 2 2022,
Sem 2 2023,
Sem 2 2024

Course Coordinator: Assoc. Prof. Danilla Grando

Course Coordinator Phone: -

Course Coordinator Email: danilla.grando@rmit.edu.au


Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

Required Prior Study

You should have satisfactorily completed following course/s before you commence this course.

Alternatively, you may be able to demonstrate the required skills and knowledge before you start this course.

Contact your course coordinator if you think you may be eligible for recognition of prior learning.


Course Description

Medical Microbiology is a central discipline in the medical sciences and is concerned with understanding reasons for disease presentation and prognosis, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of infectious diseases. 

This advanced course aims to extend your understanding and appreciation of interactions between microorganisms and their hosts; antimicrobial agents and microbial resistance; pathogenesis and diagnosis of infections.

The course is delivered via lectorials, tutorials, interactive online content and face-to-face practical classes with individual and group work. The course aims to encourage development of capabilities in critical review of microbiology literature, microbiological techniques, scientific communication (oral and written), problem solving, learning in small groups, independent learning and time management. 


Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development

This course contributes to the BP293 Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)/Bachelor of Biomedical Science Program Learning Outcomes at Level 7.

PLO-1 Understanding science

PLO1-2 You will demonstrate a coherent understanding of biological sciences by explaining the role and relevance of biological sciences in society.

PLO-2 Scientific knowledge

PLO2-1 You will exhibit depth and breadth of knowledge by demonstrating a well-developed understanding of biological science.

PLO-3 Inquiry and problem solving

PLO3-1 You will be able to critically analyse and solve problems in biotechnology by gathering, synthesizing and critically evaluating information from a range of sources.

PLO-4 Communication

PLO4-1 You will be an effective communicator of biological sciences by effectively communicating scientific results, information, or arguments using a range of modes (oral, written, visual) for a variety of purposes and audiences.

PLO-5 Personal and professional responsibility

PLO5-2 You will be accountable for individual learning and scientific work by working effectively, responsibly, ethically and safely in an individual or team context

PLO.5.3. Demonstrating knowledge of the regulatory frameworks relevant to their biotechnology and biomedical science and personally practising ethical conduct


Upon successful completion of this course, you should be able to:

  1. Demonstrate an understanding at an advanced level of microbial virulence mechanisms, by being able to explain the pathogenic mechanisms that are important for diagnosis of infection. 
  2. Demonstrate an advanced understanding of the laboratory diagnosis of infections by being able to describe diagnostic criteria, the performance and the quality assurance of tests. 
  3. Work cooperatively with a small group, by working with peers on laboratory tasks and case studies and demonstrating safe working practices in microbiology whilst adhering to PC2 requirements. 
  4. Develop and demonstrate skills to perform diagnostic tests at a level expected by industry. 
  5. Acquire evidence, analyse the evidence and report on complex case studies through presenting the findings orally and then preparing a written report on the diagnosis of the infectious agents.    


Overview of Learning Activities

You will be actively engaged in a range of learning activities such as lectorials, tutorials, practicals, laboratories, seminars, project work, class discussion, individual and group activities. Delivery may be face to face, online or a mix of both. 

Weekly live interactive lectorial or tutorial sessions, interactive online learning materials, laboratory classes (face to face), independent learning, oral presentation and written assignments. 

 A major part of the practical program of this course mimics the workplace in a diagnostic microbiology laboratory. 

The lectorials and tutorials and online learning activities provide the theoretical background to this training. 

You are encouraged to be proactive and self-directed in your learning, asking questions of your lecturer and/or peers and seeking out information as required, especially from the numerous sources available through the RMIT library, and through links and material specific to this course that is available through myRMIT Studies Course


Overview of Learning Resources

RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through myRMIT Studies Course. 

There are services available to support your learning through the University Library. The Library provides guides on academic referencing and subject specialist help as well as a range of study support services. For further information, please visit the Library page on the RMIT University website and the myRMIT student portal.


Overview of Assessment

Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task 1:  Invigilated Mid-semester Theory Test 
Weighting 15%
This assessment supports CLOs 2 & 4 

Assessment Task 2:  Laboratory skills proficiency 
Weighting 20% 
This assessment supports CLOs 1, 2 & 3 

Assessment Task 3:  Case study presentations (oral and written) 
Weighting 45% 
This assessment supports CLOs 1, 3 & 5 

Assessment Task 4: Invigilated End-semester Theory Test 
Weighting 20% 
This assessment supports CLOs 2 & 4 

If you have a long-term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.