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Medical Micro Biology & Parasitology

This course covers the study, classification, and characteristics of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, protozoans, and viruses, and their role in diseases. It also delves into medical helminthology, disease-causal relationships between microorganisms, parasites, and the host, and the control measures for disease prevention. Additionally, the course explores immunity, the immune system, antigens, antibodies, hypersensitivity reactions, and factors influencing host susceptibility and resistance to infection.

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120h

Study Time

13

Weeks

9h

Per Week

none

Math Level

Course Keywords

Medical MicrobiologyParasitologyImmunologyInfection ControlMicroorganisms

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

📚

Math Level

No Math

🔬

Learning Type

Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

History of Microbiology

2

Classification of Microorganisms

3

Characteristics of Bacteria

4

Characteristics of Fungi

5

Characteristics of Viruses

6

Medical Helminthology

7

Immunity and Immune Responses

8

Hypersensitivity Reactions

9

Vaccination and Immunization

10

Sterilization and Disinfection

Total Topics10 topics

Requirements

Knowledge and skills recommended for success

Basic Biology

Basic Chemistry

💡 Don't have all requirements? Don't worry! Many students successfully complete this course with basic preparation and dedication.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (5 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

computer-marked assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

laboratory practicals

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

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Registered Nurse

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Public Health Officer

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Medical Laboratory Scientist

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Infection Control Specialist

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Research Assistant

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

HospitalsClinicsPublic Health OrganizationsPharmaceutical CompaniesResearch Laboratories

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1: History, Relevance and Scope of Microbiology and Classification of Microorganisms

4h

Unit 1: History of Microbiology

2 study hours

•Read the unit introduction and objectives.
•Study the history of microbiology and the contributions of key scientists like Hooke and Leeuwenhoek.
•Understand the concept of spontaneous generation and Pasteur's experiments.
•Complete the self-assessment exercise.

Unit 2: Historical Aspects of Microbiology

2 study hours

•Study the historical aspects of microbiology.
•Discuss the concept of spontaneous generation and the experiments that were performed to disprove the concept.
•Complete the self-assessment exercise.

Week

2

Module 1: History, Relevance and Scope of Microbiology and Classification of Microorganisms

3h

Unit 3: The Relevance and Scope of Microbiology

3 study hours

•Understand the basic and applied aspects of microbiology.
•Discuss the different areas of study in basic and applied microbiology.
•Complete the self-assessment exercise.

Week

3

Module 1: History, Relevance and Scope of Microbiology and Classification of Microorganisms

3h

Unit 4: Microscope and Specimen Preparation

3 study hours

•Learn about the different types of microscopes.
•Study the bright field microscope and its components.
•Understand the concept of resolving power.
•Complete the self-assessment exercise.

Week

4

Module 1: History, Relevance and Scope of Microbiology and Classification of Microorganisms

3h

Unit 5: A Brief Survey of Microbes as Friends and Foes

3 study hours

•Study the beneficial and harmful roles of microorganisms.
•Understand the applications of microorganisms in food production and pharmaceutical products.
•Complete the self-assessment exercise.

Week

5

Module 2: Study and General Characteristics of Microorganisms

3h

Unit 1: General Characteristics of Bacteria

3 study hours

•Study the general characteristics of bacteria.
•Understand the different shapes and arrangements of bacterial cells.
•Learn about the external and internal structures of bacteria.
•Complete the self-assessment exercise.

Week

6

Module 2: Study and General Characteristics of Microorganisms

3h

Unit 2: General Characteristics of Fungi

3 study hours

•Study the general characteristics of fungi.
•Understand the structure and forms of fungi, including yeasts and molds.
•Learn about the nutrition and reproduction of fungi.
•Complete the self-assessment exercise.

Week

7

Module 2: Study and General Characteristics of Microorganisms

3h

Unit 3: General Characteristics of Viruses

3 study hours

•Study the general characteristics of viruses.
•Understand the structure of viruses, including the capsid and viral genome.
•Learn about the process of viral replication.
•Complete the self-assessment exercise.

Week

8

Module 3: Bacterial Nutrient, Growth and Control

3h

Unit 1: Bacterial Nutrient, Growth and Control

3 study hours

•Study the common nutrient requirements for bacterial growth.
•Understand the nutritional types of microorganisms.
•Learn about the environmental factors influencing bacterial growth.
•Complete the self-assessment exercise.

Week

9

Module 3: Bacterial Nutrient, Growth and Control

3h

Unit 2: Classification and Mode of Action of Antimicrobial Agents

3 study hours

•Study the classification and mode of action of antimicrobial agents.
•Understand the difference between bacteriostatic and bactericidal agents.
•Learn about the sites of action of antimicrobial agents.
•Complete the self-assessment exercise.

Week

10

Module 3: Bacterial Nutrient, Growth and Control

3h

Unit 3: Sterilization and Disinfection

3 study hours

•Study the principles of sterilization and disinfection.
•Understand the rationale for choosing different sterilization and disinfection procedures.
•Learn about the different types of disinfectants.
•Complete the self-assessment exercise.

Week

11

Module 4: Evolution of Parasitic Association

6h

Unit 1: Evolution of Parasitic Association

3 study hours

•Study the types of association between organisms.
•Understand the classification of parasitic organisms.
•Learn about the different types of hosts.
•Complete the self-assessment exercise.

Unit 2: Human helminths infections

3 study hours

•Study the different types of helminth infections in humans.
•Understand the life cycles of nematodes, trematodes, and cestodes.
•Complete the self-assessment exercise.

Week

12

Module 5: Trematodes

6h

Unit 1: Digenetic Trematodes

3 study hours

•Study the general features of digenetic trematodes.
•Understand the morphology of the egg, larva, and adult stage.
•Learn about the transmission patterns of trematodes.
•Complete the self-assessment exercise.

Unit 2: Classification of digenetic trematodes according to their habitat

3 study hours

•Study the classification of digenetic trematodes according to their habitat.
•Understand the transmission cycles of blood flukes, lung flukes, and liver flukes.
•Complete the self-assessment exercise.

Week

13

Module 6: Cestodes

6h

Unit 1: Basic body plan of a cestode

3 study hours

•Study the basic body plan of a cestode.
•Understand the morphology of tapeworms.
•Learn about the life cycles of tapeworms.
•Complete the self-assessment exercise.

Unit 2: Tapeworms and Examples

3 study hours

•Study the different types of tapeworms.
•Understand the life cycles and transmission of tapeworms.
•Learn about the pathology caused by tapeworms.
•Complete the self-assessment exercise.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create detailed summaries of each module, focusing on key terms and concepts.

2

Use flashcards to memorize the characteristics of different microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, viruses, parasites).

3

Practice identifying microorganisms and their structures using microscope images.

4

Review the mechanisms of action of antimicrobial agents and their clinical applications.

5

Create concept maps linking different types of immune responses and their associated cells and molecules.

6

Focus on understanding the life cycles of major parasitic infections and their modes of transmission.

7

Practice applying infection control principles to different clinical scenarios.

8

Review all tutor-marked assignments (TMAs) and address any areas of weakness.

9

Allocate sufficient time for revision and practice questions in the weeks leading up to the exam.

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