This course focuses on performing actual cultivation of microorganisms, their identification, and antibiotic sensitivity. Information is presented in an easy-to-use format in a hands-on environment, progressing from basic principles and concepts to the systematic identification of etiologic agents of infectious diseases to the development of problem- solving skills. Microbiology laboratory exposes the student to actual culture techniques to perform laboratory diagnosis of infectious diseases. The primary focus is on the most medically significant and commonly encountered organisms. Bacterial identification will be performed by manual, semi-manual or automated methods.
Prerequisites
MAT101, MED115