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Archived Version 2022 - 2023
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Description This module aims to develop the student's expertise and understanding of basic microbiological and genetic techniques. It will develop their ability to critically address scientific challenges through laboratory experimentation. It will promote safety awareness, teamwork and critical thinking in the design and execution of experiments | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Comprehend the importance of standards/controls in biological analysis. 2. Isolate and enumerate bacteria. 3. Identify microbes using microscopic and biochemical tests. 4. Determine, interpret and discuss the growth kinetics of microbes growing in batch culture. 5. Determine, interpret and discuss the effects of antibiotics on bacteria. 6. Demonstrate, interpret and discuss the conjugative transfer of a bacterial plasmid. 7. Determine the titre of a stock of bacteriophage. 8. Act in accordance with safe laboratory practice in terms of conduct, attire, risk minimisation and appropriate waste disposal. 9. Generate concise, objective, properly structured scientific reports. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Learning Activities Microscopic analysis/staining of bacteriaPurification of bacterial culturesIdentification of bacteria using selective/differential media and biochemical testsIdentification of an unknown bacteriumMicrobial growth (batch culture)Antibiotic activityPlating and titering of bacteriophageBacterial conjugation | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Other Resources 43927, Laboratory Manual, School of Biotechnology, 0, Microbiology and Genetics Laboratory Manual, | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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