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2019/20 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
MICR3343 Skills for Microbiology in Relation to Medicine
40 creditsClass Size: 20
Module manager: Dr Christopher Randall
Email: c.p.randall@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2019/20
Pre-requisite qualifications
A pass at levels 1 & 2 of the MBChB programme or equivalents in dentistry or veterinary medicine.This module is mutually exclusive with
MICR1120 | Introduction to Microbiology |
MICR2320 | Skills for Microbiologists 2 |
MICR3325 | Skills for Microbiologists 3 |
Module replaces
MICR3341This module is not approved as a discovery module
Objectives
To provide training in data collection, experimental techniques relevant to microbial sciences, the analysis of numerical data, solving problems, teamwork and presentation skills.Learning outcomes
At the end of the module students will be able to
- use a range of laboratory equipment and practical techniques current to microbial science
- design simple controlled experiments and record, analyse and interpret experimental data.
- demonstrate an appreciation of the approaches used to study microbial sciences
- feel confident in the handling of numerical data and simple mathematical transformations.
Skills outcomes
Skills outcomes:
- Managing knowledge; data evaluation and problem solving, sourcing, selecting & interpreting data
- Technical competence; laboratory techniques, experimental design, and analysing data, accuracy and IT skills
- Managing self; planning, time management
- Managing relationships; teamwork, decision taking, learning from others; sharing; receiving critique
- Presentation skills; lab reports, written answers, oral presentations.
Syllabus
Students will be taught how to handle, observe cultivate and dispose of microorganisms safely before moving to detailed study of microorganisms in natural environments and food. Traditional methods of classifying and identifying microorganisms will be taught. The microbiota of human skin will be explored, leading to an investigation of antibiotic resistance and the processes in characterising novel antimicrobial agents will be practised. Mini-projects devoted to molecular virology and immunology conclude the practical exercises associated with the module. Students will have the opportunity to practice written communication and numeracy skills and will carry out a number of theoretical exercises related to Microbiology. In Semester 2, a series of clinical tutorials will be provided, exploring infections of the major organ systems of the body, their laboratory diagnosis and management.
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
Laboratory | 7 | 2.00 | 14.00 |
Practical | 22 | 3.00 | 66.00 |
Tutorial | 4 | 1.00 | 4.00 |
Independent online learning hours | 150.00 | ||
Private study hours | 166.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 84.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 400.00 |
Private study
The module requires considerable self-directed learning. There is considerable on-line support material available to assist in preparation for each practical class, including, for example, videos of many of the techniques used, illustrative material for the practical exercises and formative quizzes to prepare for both tutorials and practical classes. Students will be expected to make use of these ahead of teaching sessions. In addition, students will be required to spend significant time in preparation for assessments.Methods of assessment
Coursework
Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
Essay | 1,000 word essay | 20.00 |
Practical Report | Virology practical report | 20.00 |
Essay | 1,000 word essay | 20.00 |
Practical Report | Bacteriology practical report | 20.00 |
In-course Assessment | Research paper summary | 20.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 17/04/2019
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