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On completion of this module students should be able to: Describe microbial evolution, taxonomy and phylogeny. Describe the broad extent of microbial diversity. Discuss the methods used in bacterial identification and know how to employ these to identify key microorganisms. Recognise the nutritional requirements of microorganisms and importance of media design. Calculate biomass present in bacterial cultures and discuss the control of microbial growth in fermentation systems.
Student Effort Type | Hours |
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Lectures | 24 |
Practical | 15 |
Specified Learning Activities | 8 |
Autonomous Student Learning | 66 |
Total | 113 |
It is recommended that students taking this module have previously completed MICR20050 'Microbiology in Medicine, Biotechnology and the Environment' or modules with equivalent outcome
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
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Practical Skills Assessment: Written Laboratory reports assessed by Standard conversion grade scale and practical MCQ exam assessed by Alternative linear grade scale. | n/a | Graded | No | 30 |
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Exam (In-person): Written examination | n/a | Standard conversion grade scale 40% | No | 70 |
Resit In | Terminal Exam |
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Spring | Yes - 2 Hour |
Name | Role |
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Dr Patrick Caffrey | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Dr Hilary McMahon | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |