Learning objectives
The first objective of the Microbiology course is to enable the acquisition of knowledge and understanding about the basics of microbiology (bacteria, fungi, protozoa and viruses; host-pathogen interactions and pathogenesis of infectious diseases; mechanisms of action and use of common antimicrobial and antiviral agents and host immune response to infectious agents). A further objective is to provide the ability to apply in occupational contexts the knowledge and understanding acquired in the field of Microbiology and the required communication skills.
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The integrated course also aims to provide the ability to apply in occupational contexts knowledge and understanding acquired in the fields of Microbiology and Hygiene.
Prerequisites
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Course unit content
Microbiology
Origins and evolution of microorganisms and Microbiology
The different fields of microbiology
Microscopic observation of microorganisms and viruses
Classification of microorganisms and viruses
Structure and functions of prokaryotic cell
Microbial growth and metabolism
Microbial cultivation
Methods for microbial count
Microbial genetics
Host-pathogen interactions
Normal flora of humans
Microbial pathogenicity and potential virulence factors
Fungi
Protozoa
Parasitic worms (helminths)
Viruses
Viroids and prions
Infection and immunity
Microbial and viral strategies to escape host immune system
Laboratory diagnosis of infectious diseases
Antibiotics and synthetic antimicrobial and antiviral agents
Common infectious diseases
Pharmaceutical microbiology
Pharmaceutical biotechnology: pharmaceutical products and recombinant DNA technology
Hygiene
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Full programme
See the extended programs of Microbiology and Hygiene.
Bibliography
Visual aids made available online;
N. CARLONE. "Microbiologia Farmaceutica", Società Editrice EdiSES, Napoli.
M. LA PLACA. "Principi di Microbiologia Medica", Società Editrice Esculapio, Bologna.
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Teaching methods
The arguments regarding the courses content will be presented and discussed through lectures, with the aid of iconographic material. Lectures will present the main conceptual frame of each subject, summoning questions or doubts from the students.
Assessment methods and criteria
Learning outcomes will be verified through an oral examination. It will be possible for the student to address separately the parts of Microbiology and Hygiene, as partial exams. Questions on the topics relating to the courses content will be used by different examiners to test the student’s knowledge and understanding in the two scientific disciplines, and her/his ability to apply them in occupational contexts. Failure to answer to questions on one of the courses , or proven inability to demonstrate at least a basic knowledge of the subjects, will prevent the successful completion of the exam. Upon successful completion of the examination, the attribution of voting will be carried out according to the degree of achievement of the objectives (excellent, good, fair, fully sufficient, barely sufficient). The final vote will be decided jointly by the examiners, who will have the possibility to decide a vote not higher or lower than three grades from the best or the worst vote derived from the mean of the two individual votes. Full marks with laude will be reserved to students exhibiting, together with an overal evaluation of 30/30, capability of making judgments and good communication ability and autonomous learning skills. Students with Learning Disabilities/Special Educational Needs must first contact the "Centro di Accoglienza e Inclusione" of the University of Parma (cai@unipr.it).
Other information
The teachers are available for further explanations in office or by distance via Teams after e-mail appointment, or via chat on Elly platform.
