Pharmaceutical Microbiology - SIP2003

Assessment 1: In-Class Test

A range of multiple choice tests will be provided via Unilearn. These tests will cover the lectures provided and will allow students to check their understanding of the module as it develops. Formative assessment for the practical component will consist of feedback on the completion of the practical books after the first set of practical sessions.

In-Class Test

Assessment 2: Exam

The assessment will be split 20:80 between course work and exam. The exam will be for 2.5 hours and will cover the breadth of the curriculum.

Exam

Assessment 1: Written Assignment

The assessment will be split 20:80 between course work and exam. The course work will consist of practical lab book and a report covering all lab classes covered during the module.

Written Assignment

This module provides an understanding of the main groups of disease causing microorganisms; experience with the manipulation and growth of microorganisms; an understanding of the major microbial infections and the pharmaceutical approaches available for their control which is inline with the theme for this year in understanding how medicines work.
The module begins with a general introduction to the relevant groups of microorganisms i.e. fungi, bacteria, protozoa and viruses. It then moves on to describe the fundamentals of microbial growth and methods available for its control. The ubiquity of microbial life in the environment and as a component of a healthy body is explored and the module then moves on to key aspects of infection and infection control. A detailed account of the infections of the major physiological systems such as skin, URTI, LRTI, etc is also provided along with a discussion of classical and emerging diseases.  The module has a strong practical component which complements and consolidates the theoretical aspects of the course by providing hands on experience with the manipulation and growth of microorganisms.

School of Applied Sciences

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Pharmacy

SIP2003 - Pharmaceutical Microbiology

Pharmaceutical Microbiology

explain the fundamental characteristics of microorganisms which result in infection and human disease. 

carry out a range of basic laboratory manipulations which allow the isolations, growth, enumeration and characterisation of bacteria and fungi. 

explain the modes of action of common antimicrobial agents and any associated microbial resistance. 

apply appropriate aseptic technique whilst working in a class II microbiology laboratory.

understand and describe the common microbial infections affecting the major physiological systems.