Laboratory Course in MicrobiologyLaajuus (5 cr)
Code: 5O00GX04
Credits
5 op
Objectives
After completing the course, the student
• works aseptically and safely in microbiology laboratory
• utilizes the most common laboratory devices and equipment used in the microbiology laboratory
• prepares and sterilizes culture media
• cultures microbiological samples and identifies microbes using common methods
• documents and reports the laboratory work according to instructions
Prerequisites
Microbiology
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
The student can work aseptically and safely in microbiology laboratory. He is able to prepare and sterilize culture media, to culture microbes using the most common techniques, and perform the most common microbial identification tests under supervision. Students are able to document and report the results according to instructions.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
The student can work aseptically and safely in microbiology laboratory. He is able to independently prepare and sterilize culture media. Student is able to culture microbes using different techniques. The student is able to perform microbial identification tests independently following written instructions. The student is able to interpret the results. Students are able to document and report the results in accordance with the instructions. The student is able to plan his work in the laboratory.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student can work aseptically and safely in microbiology laboratory. He is able to independently prepare and sterilize culture media, as well as culture microbes using different techniques. The student is able to perform microbial identification tests independently following and applying written guidelines. The student is able to interpret the results independently. The student is able to report the results in accordance with the instructions. He is able to reflect on and evaluate the results, their reliability and the importance in comprehensive and versatile manner. The student is capable of working in a targed-oriented manner, and is able to organise the laboratory work.