Bacterial Identification Project (5 ECTS)

Learning outcomes

In these studies the student acts a member of the project group and takes part in making the research plan to identify microbes. During the practical work he/she uses the most important biochemical, microbiological and molecular biological research techniques. The student learns how to report in a scientific way.

Content

The most important research methods in microbiology and biochemistry that are related to the identification of microbes in practice (Different staining and culturing techniques; Determination of antibiotic resistance, enzyme reactions and protein concentration; Electrophoresis; PCR). Project plan and reporting.

Prerequisites

Microbiology and Professional English
The Basics of Biosciences

Teaching methods

Project and team working
Laboratory works
Mastering Microbiology

Learning materials and recommended literature

Lectures and protocols which are given later

Alternative completion methods of implementation

Recognition of prior learning

Internship and working life connections

FIMM (sequencing)

Exam dates and retake possibilities

Mastering Microbiology -assignments

Further information for students

KICK OFF lecture is given according to the schedule

Assessment methods and criteria

Laboratory working skills
Project plan
Project report and seminar
Mastering Microbiology and other assignments

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student has worked actively in the project. The project has been completed and the results have been reported.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

In addition the the above, the student is also able to:
- write project plans and act either as a project group leader or as an active member and be goal-driven when implementing the project plan
- work in the group and if necessary organize the work differently
- present project plans and results orally and in writing to stakeholders

The project has achieved the set goals.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student is also able to:
- plan a quite wide and diverse project, which includes many tasks
- familiarize him/herself beforehand with diverse sources and make a time schedule

The project is completed and the results are reported in time. The project has achieved the set goals well.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student has worked actively in the project. The project has been completed and the results have been reported.