James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2016

MI5021 - Advanced Clinical Microbiology

Credit points: 03
Year: 2016
Student Contribution Band: Band 2
Administered by: College of Public Health, Medical & Vet Sciences

The habitat, the major characteristics and methods used for the isolation and identification of bacteria and parasites of medical and veterinary importance will be presented. The range of selective and differential media used and the basis of the biochemical tests will be discussed in detail. The major emphasis of this subject will be given to developing the practical skills required for diagnostic microbiology and parasitology. The subject is complementary to MI5051.

Learning Outcomes

Prerequisites:MI2011 and MI2021
Inadmissible
Subject
Combinations:
MI3021

Availabilities

Townsville, Internal, Study Period 1
Census Date 24-Mar-2016
Coord/Lect: Assoc. Professor Brenda Govan.
Contact hours:
  • 39 hours lectures
  • 72 hours tutorials
    Assessment:end of semester exam (45%); other exams (40%); assignments (15%).

    Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.