BIOD 171 Essential Microbiology w/ Lab

Prerequisites: General biology and chemistry (recommended but not required) Instructor: Jerrod A. Poe, Ph.D. Facilitators: Renee Correll, DPT Brittany Martinez, Ph.D. Christine Bowman, DMD Heidi Burtt, DPT Crista Bush, MOT, OTR/L Alycia Dalbey, MPAS, PA-C Tammie Kephart, MS, RDN, LDN Rebekah Stepp, MS, CRNP Kelly Straley, CRNP Brandon Zangus, MOT, OTR/L Contact Information: Faculty may be contacted through the Portage messaging system Additional Information: * Course meeting times: BIOD 171 is offered continuously Course Description: A systematic examination of the microbial world, with an emphasis on pathogens. Topics covered include morphology, physiology, and genetics as well as the metabolic and enzymatic reactions associated. Strategic techniques for the growth, isolation and visualization of microbes are included as are microscopic and diagnostic methods. The causative agents and treatment strategies of various pathogens are emphasized. Viral composition, replication and the associated disease states are also covered in detail. The laboratory component of this course is delivered using virtual labs and interactive simulations with detailed instruction and demonstrations from an experienced microbiologist. Course Outcomes: As a result of this course experience a student should be able to: • Describe the basic building blocks of life • Evaluate the differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells • Explain cellular components (organelles) and their respective functions • Describe the biochemical processes of microbial metabolism • Outline the various sources and strategies for cells to obtain and utilize energy • Explain the vast role of enzymatic actions and mechanisms within microbial metabolism * Portage Learning college courses are offered by Geneva College, which is regionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Portage Learning is included in the College’s Department of Professional and Online Graduate Studies; courses are delivered through the PortageL platform. This study source was downloaded by from CourseH on 11-04-2022 04:42:06 GMT -05:00 • Describe different types of microscopy including bright field, dark field, fluorescence and electron. • Explain the variety of staining techniques used within microscopy including simple staining, gram staining, acid fast staining, and differential staining. • Evaluate microbial growth within a laboratory including selective vs differential techniques • Define the control of microbial spread in the laboratory and other public areas • Describe the strategies for isolating and obtaining a pure microbial culture • Outline real-world scenarios for practicing safe and accurate microbial cultivation • Describe the function of normal flora • Define the classifications of microbial diseases • Identify and describe various microbial diseases which affect all systems of the body • Describe viral composition, types and strategies used for viral replication • Describe the nature of diseases caused by viral infections, the routes of transmission and treatments available. *Please see the Module & Lab Topics section below for expanded course outcomes. Lab Outcomes: As a result of this laboratory experience, students should be able to: • Practice safe procedures within a laboratory and with all equipment • Identify and explain various microbes under a microscope and discuss their properties • Identify and explain various staining techniques used in the laboratory • Identify and explain various plating techniques used in the laboratory • Identify and explain various diagnostic tests used in the laboratory *Each of these BIOD 171 student learning outcomes is measured: Directly by: (1) Module application problems (with instructor feedback) (2) Exams (3) Lab reports and lab exams (4) Comparison of pre-course / final exam results Indirectly by an end of course student-completed evaluation survey Course Delivery: This course is asynchronously delivered online and is composed of 40 - 50 hours of reviewed module assignments with instructor feedback, 6 contact hours of secure online module exams, 15 – 20 hours of observation of demonstration labs and maintenance of a lab notebook, and 10 hours of lab exams. Course Progression: It is the policy for all Portage Learning courses that only one lecture module and the accompanying exam be completed each day. Research on the best practices in learning indicates that time is needed to process material for optimal learning. This means that once an exam has been completed, the next exam will not unlock until the following day. This allows for instructor feedback/class expectations as the This study source was downloaded by from CourseH on 11-04-2022 04:42:06 GMT -05:00 student moves through the material. Instructors, like the College, are not available during the weekend; grading, therefore, is M-F and may take up to 72 hours during these days. Also, it is the policy of Portage Learning to support a minimum of 21 days; this is not a negotiable time period. Please plan your time accordingly. Required readings, lectures and assignments: Portage courses do not use paper textbooks. Students are required to read the online lesson modules written by the course author which contain the standard information covered in a typical course. Please note the exam questions are based upon the readings. Video lectures which support each lesson module subject should be viewed as many times as is necessary to fully understand the material. Module Review Questions: The practice problems within the modules are not quantitatively part of your final grade, but the module work is a pass/fail component of the course and will be reviewed for completeness by the instructor. Be sure to answer all of the problems, being careful to answer the questions in your own words at all times since this is an important part of adequate preparation for the exams. After you answer the practice problems, compare your answers to the solutions at the end of the module. If your answers do not match those at the end, attempt to figure out why there is a difference. If you have any questions please contact the instructor via the My Messages tab. Academic Integrity is a serious matter. In the educational context, any dishonesty violates freedom and trust, which are essential for effective learning. Dishonesty limits a student's ability to reach his or her potential. Portage places a high value on honest independent work. In a distance learning situation, we depend on the student's desire to succeed in the program he or she is entering. It is in a student's own best interests not to cheat on an exam, as this would compromise the student's preparation for future work. It is required of each student to take exams without consulting course materials or study aids including another person, the lesson pages, printed materials, or the Internet. Students may not copy and paste responses in the answer boxes from any source, including their own notes or drafts in a word processing document, unless explicitly instructed to do so. To this end, your instructor will be alert to any indications that a student may be violating this principle. It will be necessary to show all your work on exams. When the nature of the course does not require numerical or symbolic determination (perhaps instead just requires recitation of learned descriptions), our experienced staff is able to detect the unauthorized consultation of study aids when answering exam questions. A violation of the academic integrity policy may result in a score of zero on the exam and possible expulsion from the course, at the discretion of the instructor with consultation with an administrative-instructional committee. Review the Student Handbook for more specifics. If you have any questions regarding the academic integrity policy, please consult your instructor prior to taking module exam one. This study source was downloaded by from CourseH on 11-04-2022 04:42:06 GMT -05:00 Required Computer Accessories: It is recommended that students use a desktop or laptop computer, PC or Mac, when taking the course. Some tablet computers are potentially compatible with the course, but not all features are available for all tablet computers. The latest full version of Google Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari browser is required for the optimal operation of the Canvas Learning Management System. In addition, some courses will use the Respondus Lockdown Browser for exams. Instructions on downloading and installing this browser will be given at the start of the course. It is recommended to also have the latest version of Flash installed as a browser plugin as some sections of the course may require it. We highly recommend using a high-speed Internet connection to view the video lectures and labs. You may experience significant difficulties viewing the videos using a dial-up connection. For more information on basic system and browser requirements, please reference the following: System requirements: Browser requirements: Module & Lab Topics: Module 1: This module includes an in-depth overview of the microbial world. An introduction to macromolecules and how small subunits can form large complex molecules is discussed. Content also includes a comparison of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. Cellular organelles and their respective functions are then presented. Module 2: In this module students learn about various strategies microbes may exploit in order to maintain and sustain life. Content also includes a complete overview of the biochemical processes of microbial metabolism, enzymatic reactions and alternative energy sources utilized to maintain these processes.