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BIO 3103: Microbiology And Mycology

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Mode of Delivery

  • Online
  • Blended mode online and face to face
  • Face-to-face

1. Rationale

This Module provides a student with basic knowledge of the diversity of microorganisms. These are; bacteria, viruses, protozoa and fungi. Their biology as it relates to their economic importance in the environment are discussed in detail. The theory aspects of the module will be elaborated through relevant laboratory exercises to illustrate the principles and concepts of the subject matter. The knowledge attained will enhance the teacher’s ability to teach High School Biology.

2. Prerequisite or knowledge

In order to be allowed to do this module a learner should have acceptable High School qualifications or its equivalent qualifications for entry into University for Biology Science Education as required by the University. Exemptions may be extended to cases where pre-entry examinations exist, or where in-service Biology teachers are to be considered. Basic knowledge of structure and function of different cell types will be useful in understanding the concepts contained in this Module.

3. General objectives

At the end of this Module, the learner should be able to;


  • describe the biology of microbes in terms of their structure and classification, growth patterns and reproduction including their nutritional needs.
  • outline the economic importance of microbes.
  • describe the different techniques in the isolation, identification, and culture of microbes.
  • apply the knowledge acquired from this course in the teaching of Biological Sciences to High School pupils.


4. Time

120 hours, will be required to complete this module; 80 hours for the part dealing with Bacteria, Viruses and Protozoa and the remaining 40 hours for the part on Mycology.

5. Material

Access to the following materials is necessary to facilitate the study of this Module:

 

  • A hard copy (print) and electronic materials, including relevant CDs, CDROMS, videos, and other related learning aids.
  • Relevant reference text books.
  • Laboratory equipment such as a microscope, an autoclave, oven, an incubator (various temperatures), Petri plates, materials for bacterial and fungal media preparations, various staining chemicals, identification manuals and other laboratory equipment and materials for standard microbiology work
  • Capacity to facilitate for site visits/field trips.