The concept of medical microbiology types and classification of microorganisms.
Bacteriology: classifications, structure, and replication,
Virology: classifications, structure, and replication.
Mycology: classifications, structure, and replication.
Parasitology: classifications, structure, and replication.
Immunity: types and their response to infectious agents.
Content outlines:
General introduction on microbiology.
Bacteriology.
Virology.
Mycology.
Parasitology.
Immunity response.
Intended learning outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be:
Aware of the basic information about the microbes, their types, and
classifications
Knowledgeable about viruses, bacteria, fungi, the parasites.
Knowing deeply their types, shapes, cellular structure, and the methods that are
used for identification and differentiations
Familiar with the types of
immunity and their response to the infectious agents
Knowledgeable about the immune components (e.g. cells and proteins) and
the way they interact to maintain human health
Teaching and learning methods
Lectures\ Activites\ Lab reports about specified topics
Methods of assessments
The students' knowledge and
performance about the studied topics are assessed throughout the study period.
These assessment methods include the following quizzes, discussion sessions,
oral exams, and written exams (grand total mark 100%)
Mid-term exam =20%
Practical exam =20%
Activities =20%
Final exam =40%
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