Learning objectives
The course enables the student to learn up-to-date scientific knowledge regarding the microbiological monitoring of the air in indoor environments, especially in the healthcare environments, and the outdoor monitoring of airborne pollen and fungal spores. The purpose of the course is also to transfer the ability to understand and use appropriate terminology to and acquire language skills, competence of analysis and awareness for its active participation in the management of issues related to biological air pollution. In addition, Students will acquire suitable ability to deepen the topics presented.
Prerequisites
None.
Course unit content
The course deals with the role of aerobiological monitoring to study and manage airborne pollution in indoor and outdoor environments. Regarding indoor environments, particular attention will be paid to cleanrooms. As for outdoor environments, the course deals with the main sources of airborne biological "pollution" (pollen and fungal spores). The main indoor and outdoor sampling techniques will be described, as well as how to programme a monitoring plan in the national and international current regulatory context.
Full programme
Areas of human activity subject to risks of airborne microbial contamination. The role of the air and surface microbiological monitoring in the clean rooms, with particular reference to operating thetares. Biological particles and allergies. Pollen: characteristics, structure and morphology. Allergens. Pollen concentrations and land management. Thunderstorm asthma. The main sources of indoor allergens. Sampling and monitoring networks.
Bibliography
Didactic material available on the specific, student-reserved platform (Elly).
Teaching methods
Lectures will be held on-site in compliance with safety standards, provided that further instructions on the ongoing health emergency are not implemented. Supporting material will be available on the specific, student-reserved platform (Elly).
Assessment methods and criteria
The achievement of the objectives set by the course will be ascertained through a written exam in person, provided that further instructions on the ongoing health emergency are not implemented. The verification concerns the achievement of the specific objectives.
Students with SLD / BSE must contact Le Eli-che in advance: support for students with disabilities, D.S.A., B.E.S. (https://sea.unipr.it/it/servizi/le-eli-che-supporto-studenti-con-disabilita-dsa-bes).
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.
2030 agenda goals for sustainable development
This teaching contributes to realising the UN objectives of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
