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Administrative - Master Syllabus I. Topical Outline Each offering of this course must include the following topics (be sure to include information regarding lab, practicum, clinical or other non lecture instruction): Lecture Outline I. Introduction to Microbiology A. Importance of Microbes B. Taxonomy C. Characteristics of Life D. Cell Theory E. Endosymbiotic Theory II. History of Microbiology A. Key Figures 1. Leewenhoek 2. Pasteur 3. Koch B. Key Ideas 1. Miasma Theory 2. Spontaneous Generation 3. Germ Theory 4. Koch's Postulates III. Procaryotic Cells A. Shapes and Arrangements B. Archaebacteria vs. Eubacteria C. Cell Structure 1. Appendages: flagella, fimbriae, pili 2. Cell Envelope: glycocalyx,, cell wall, cell membrane 3. Cytoplasm: cell pool, genetic material, ribosomes, inclusions D. Endospores IV. Microbial Growth & Ecology A. Nutritional Types B. Factors Affecting Growth C. Metabolic Diversity D. Binary Fission E. Generation Time F. Growth Curve G. Enzymes V. Eucaryotic Cells A. Fungi 1. Structure 2. Reproductive Variations B. Protists 1. Characteristics 2. Structure and Function C. Helminths 1. Characteristics: parasitic adaptations 2. Comparison of roundworms, flukes, and flatworms revised 11-02-06 Page 2 of 2
VI. Viruses A. Characteristics B. Structure: capsid, envelope, genetic material, enzymes C. Classification D. Viral Replication E. Bacteriophages 1. Lytic Cycle 2. Lysogenic Cycle F. Animal Viruses 1. Naked animal viruses 2. Enveloped animal viruses G. Medical Importance of Viruses in Therapy H. Other Noncellular Infectious Agents: viroids, prions VII. Microbial Genetics A. Structure and Function of DNA B. DNA Replication C. Structure and Function of RNA D. Transcription and Translation E. Genetic Variation 1. Mutation and Antibiotic Resistance 2. Genetic Recombination: conjugation, transformation, transduction, transposons VIII. Genetic Engineering A. Recombinant DNA Technology B. Genetic Treatments C. Genome Mapping and Screening IX. Control of Microbial Growth A. Physical Methods B. Chemical Methods C. Chemotherapeutic Drugs D. Antibiotics X. Disease Process A. Homeostasis and Symbiosis B. Progression of Infection C. Epidemiological terms Lab Outline I. Lab Safety II. Basic Microscopy III. Aseptic Technique IV. Media Inoculation V. Culture Characterization VI. Biochemical Tests VII. Motility VIII. Eucaryotes: Fungi, Protozoa, & Helminths IX. Stains: Negative, Simple, Gram, Spore, & Capsule X. Identification of Unknown XI. Microbial Control II. Course Learning Outcomes revised 11-02-06 Page 3 of 3
Course Learning Outcome 1. Recognize the role of microorganisms in ecology, human health, and commercial and industrial processes. 2. Describe the characteristics, structure and function, and reproductive processes of: procaryotic cells, eukaryotic microorganisms, and viruses. 3. Discuss the various theories related to the field of microbiology (both historical and current) including: cell theory, endosymbiotic theory, miasma theory, germ theory, prion theory, and theory of evolution. 4. Identify methods used to control microbial growth. 5. Perform aseptic techniques; grow cultures; and identify microorganisms using culture characteristics, biochemical tests, staining methods, and proper microscopy technique. 1. s 2. s and lab practicals 3. s 4. s and lab practical 5. lab reports and practicals III. Required Text(s), Optional Text(s) and/or Materials to be Supplied by Student. Required text: Talaro, Foundations in Microbiology, 6th ed. McGraw-Hill Publications, 2007. Required lab manual: Alexander, Strete, and Niles. Selected Exercises from Laboratory Exercises in Organismal and Molecular Microbiology; McGraw-Hill Custom Publishing, 2007. IV. Suggested Course Maximum - 36 lecture; 24 lab V. List any specific spatial or physical requirements beyond a typical classroom required to teach the course. Laboratory classroom required VI. Course Requirements/Grading System Describe any course specific requirements such as research papers or reading assignments and the generalized grading format for the course Lecture Grade (average of 3-4 s) - 50% Lab Grade (average of 2 lab practicals) - 25% Comprehensive Final Exam - 25% VII. Curriculum Checklist - Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in WCJC Core) No additional documentation needed - Academic WCJC Core Course Attach the Core Curriculum Checklist, including the following: Basic Intellectual Competencies Perspectives Exemplary Educational Objectives - WECM Courses Attach the following: Program SCANS Matrix Course SCANS Competencies Checklist revised 11-02-06 Page 4 of 4
Core Curriculum Checklist Page 1: Competencies Course Prefix & Number: BIOL 2420 Competency READING: Reading at the college level means the ability to analyze and interpret a variety of printed materials books, articles, and documents. WRITING: Competency in writing is the ability to produce clear, correct, and coherent prose adapted to purpose, occasion, and audience. SPEAKING: Competence in speaking is the ability to communicate orally in clear, coherent, and persuasive language appropriate to purpose, occasion, and audience. LISTENING: Listening at the college level means the ability to analyze and interpret various forms of spoken communication. CRITICAL THINKING: Critical thinking embraces methods for applying s and lab practicals both qualitative and quantitative skills analytically and creatively to subject matter in order to evaluate arguments and to construct alternative strategies. COMPUTER LITERACY: Computer literacy at the college level means the ability to use computer-based technology in communicating, solving problems, and acquiring information. revised 11-02-06 Page 5 of 5
Core Curriculum Checklist Page 2: Perspectives Course Prefix & Number: BIOL 2420 Perspective 1. Individual and society/world; cultural and ethnic diversity 2. Individual, political, economic, and social aspects of life; being a responsible member of society 3. Health and wellness and lab practical 4. Technology and science: use and understanding lab practical 5. Personal values for ethical behavior 6. Ability to make aesthetic judgments 7. Logical reasoning in problem solving lab practical 8. Integrate knowledge from and understand interrelationships of the scholarly disciplines revised 11-02-06 Page 6 of 6
Core Curriculum Checklist Course Prefix & Number: BIOL 2420 Page 3: Exemplary Educational Objectives Component Area: Natural Sciences Exemplary Educational Objective 1. Understand and apply method and appropriate technology to the study of natural science. and lab practical lab practical 2. Recognize scientific and quantitative methods and the difference between these approaches and other methods of inquiry; and communicate findings, analyses, and interpretations both orally and in writing. 3. Identify and recognize the differences among competing scientific theories. 4. Demonstrate knowledge of the major issues and problems facing modern science, including issues that touch upon ethics, values, and public policies. 5. Demonstrate knowledge of the interdependence of science and technology and their influence on, and contribution to, modern culture. revised 11-02-06 Page 7 of 7