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MICR20010

Academic Year 2024/2025

Agricultural Microbiology (MICR20010)

Subject:
Microbiology
College:
Science
School:
Biomolecular & Biomed Science
Level:
2 (Intermediate)
Credits:
5
Module Coordinator:
Assoc Professor Tadhg Ó'Cróinín
Trimester:
Autumn
Mode of Delivery:
On Campus
Internship Module:
No
How will I be graded?
Letter grades

Curricular information is subject to change.

In this course you will be introduced to microbiological concepts relevant to agricultural, environmental and food applications. Examples will relate microbiological theory to the production & spoilage of foods & fodders, water quality, microbiological regulation of nutrient cycles, animal and plant health, and biotechnology. You will be introduced to common microorganisms and will consider growth, classification, genetics, survival and control by sterilization, disinfection, immunization and antibiotics. As part of the theoretical and practical aspects of the course you will gain experience with microbiological laboratory methodologies such as microscopy, sterile technique & the isolation and identification of pure cultures.

About this Module

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of this module students should be able to:Explain why microbiology is relevant for agricultural, environmental and food applications. Describe the significance of microorganisms as agents of infectious disease and their control. Recognise the beneficial activities of microorganisms. Identify what is required for, and undertake a simple microbiological assessment of a product, process or system. Carry out specific experiments using acquired laboratory skills.

Student Effort Hours:
Student Effort Type Hours
Specified Learning Activities

18

Autonomous Student Learning

60

Lectures

24

Practical

10

Total

112


Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
This module is a mixture of lectures and laboratory work throughout the course of the semester.

Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Equivalents:
Agricultural Microbiology (INDM20010)


 

Assessment Strategy
Description Timing Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade In Module Component Repeat Offered
Exam (In-person): Final Exam in MCQ Format End of trimester
Duration:
2 hr(s)
Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% No
70
No
Report(s): Two Laboratory Reports to be submitted online - Individual submission dates to be one week after scheduled practicals and so will vary for each student. Week 4, Week 5, Week 6, Week 7, Week 8, Week 9, Week 10, Week 11 Graded No
15
No
Exam (Online): Online exam on practical material Week 11 Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% No
15
No

Carry forward of passed components
Yes
 

Resit In Terminal Exam
Spring Yes - 2 Hour
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 

Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Feedback can be received from the module coordinator post assessment.

Name Role
Dr Jennifer Mitchell Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Assoc Professor Peadar Ó Gaora Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Dr Greg Tsolkas Tutor

Timetabling information is displayed only for guidance purposes, relates to the current Academic Year only and is subject to change.
Autumn Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - Autumn: All Weeks Fri 14:00 - 14:50
Autumn Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12 Mon 14:00 - 14:50
Autumn Practical Offering 1 Week(s) - 3, 7 Wed 11:00 - 12:50
Autumn Practical Offering 2 Week(s) - 3, 7 Wed 15:00 - 16:50
Autumn Practical Offering 3 Week(s) - 4, 8 Wed 11:00 - 12:50
Autumn Practical Offering 4 Week(s) - 4, 8 Wed 15:00 - 16:50
Autumn Practical Offering 5 Week(s) - 5, 9 Wed 11:00 - 12:50
Autumn Practical Offering 6 Week(s) - 5, 9 Wed 15:00 - 16:50
Autumn Practical Offering 7 Week(s) - 6, 10 Wed 11:00 - 12:50
Autumn Practical Offering 8 Week(s) - 6, 10 Wed 15:00 - 16:50