Tutorials in Microbiology
Course Information
Course Code
MI905
Instruction Method
ONLINE – login information will be emailed within 3 business days of registration
Fee
Domestic: $803International: $1004
Length
Maximum 6 months to complete
Instructor(s)
Donna Smeeton
Learner Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the learner will be able to:
- Recognize the commonly isolated bacterial pathogens found in the majority of clinical specimens.
- Discuss the collection, transport and processing of bacterial specimens.
- Explain Gram Stain Theory and how it is utilized.
- Discuss the types of culture media and biochemical tests used within the diagnostic microbiology laboratory.
Evaluation Method
Online assignments, final online exam
You will access readings, graded lesson assignments, and the final examination online.
Text Book
No – all materials are provided online
Prerequisites
None
Topics Covered
- Commonly isolated bacterial pathogens found in the majority of clinical specimens
- Basic microbiology and bacterial physiology
- The theory and use of the gram stain
- The correct uses of various media
- Commonly isolated bacterial pathogens
- Molecular Diagnostic Techniques used in the microbiology lab
Tutorials in Microbiology – MI905
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