Microbiology

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Ahern, Holly, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Science--Textbooks.

Science.

Biology--Textbooks.

Biology.

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Geneseo, NY Milne Open Textbooks [2018]

Language Note:

In English.

Summary:

As a group of organisms that are too small to see and best known for being agents of disease and death, microbes are not always appreciated for the numerous supportive and positive contributions they make to the living world. Designed to support a course in microbiology, Microbiology: A Laboratory Experience permits a glimpse into both the good and the bad in the microscopic world. The laboratory experiences are designed to engage and support student interest in microbiology as a topic, field of study, and career. This text provides a series of laboratory exercises compatible with a one-semester undergraduate microbiology or bacteriology course with a three- or four-hour lab period that meets once or twice a week. The design of the lab manual conforms to the American Society for Microbiology curriculum guidelines and takes a ground-up approach — beginning with an introduction to biosafety and containment practices and how to work with biological hazards. From there the course moves to basic but essential microscopy skills, aseptic technique and culture methods, and builds to include more advanced lab techniques. The exercises incorporate a semester-long investigative laboratory project designed to promote the sense of discovery and encourage student engagement. The curriculum is rigorous but manageable for a single semester and incorporates best practices in biology education.

Contents:

Biosafety Practices and Procedures for the Microbiology Laboratory

The Microscopic World

Bacteriological Culture Methods

The Human Skin Microbiome Project

Differential Staining Techniques

Metabolism, Physiology, and Growth Characteristics of Cocci

Metabolism, Physiology, and Growth Characteristics of Bacilli

Microbiological Food Safety

The War on Germs

Epidemiology and Public Health

Blood: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Microbe Mythbuster

Notes:

Description based on print resource