MC3 LAB 2 Microbiology and Parasitology
Course Guide
Course Code: MC3 LAB 2
Course Title: Microbiology and Parasitology
Course Description: The laboratory course provides the students with practical experience in
the study of microorganisms. Experiments are designed to include techniques for the
identification of microorganisms based on their physical (e.g. colony and cellular morphology),
and physiological characteristics (e.g. growth patterns antibiotic resistances). Students will be
trained in the use of aseptic techniques for basic microbial applications. These applications
include procedures for control of microbial growth, screening for microbial contamination of
food and water samples and the use of microorganisms for production in industry.
TOPIC OUTLINE
Topic
Class Orientation
Basic Tools in Microbiology
Aseptic Technique
Long Exam
Specimen Collection Technique
Observing Microorganisms
Media Preparation
Midterm
Media Preparation
Microorganisms from the Environment
Isolation of Microorganisms
Long exam
Antibiotics
Nematodes (Roundworms)
Nematodes (Hookworms)
Final
Learning Objectives:
Perform the basic techniques used in microbiology, e.g. aseptic techniques, culture media
preparation, staining, microscopy, etc.
Identify microorganism samples based on their structure, morphology and physiological
characteristics.
Identify and discuss the useful and harmful effects of microorganisms on man and his
environment.
Formulate applications of microorganisms in industry and medicine based on their
characteristics.
1
GRADE COMPONENT AND CORRESPONDING WEIGHT:
FINAL RATING
Midterm Grade..........................40%
Final term Grade........................60%
100%
MIDTERM GRADE
Midterm Exam..................................................................……………… 40%
Written output (lab reports/worksheets/assignments, quizzes, etc. ) 30%
Course Output...................................................................………………..20%
Participation......................................................................………………..10%
100%
FINAL TERM GRADE
Midterm Exam..................................................................……………… 40%
Written output (lab reports/worksheets/assignments, quizzes, etc. ) 30%
Course Output...................................................................………………..20%
Participation......................................................................………………..10%
100%
Learning Task
Students will be provided with a calendar of activity for all learning task that will be
assigned and the date of submission. Inform your teacher through text message or through the
Fb Group Chat if you have issues and concern particularly on the matter of internet connection.
However, please do not make it a habit using the slow internet connection a reason for not
meeting the deadline.
Activity Worksheets
Students are required to conduct the required activities on their own base on the resources
available. You need to compile all your worksheets in a portfolio to be collected during midterm
and final exam.
Lecture Delivery
Lectures/power point/assigned activities will be sent to the students ahead of time.
Mode of Contact
Student teacher interaction may be done in the following manner:
a. online face-to-face
b. through group chat
c. video calls
d. emails
e. text messages
g. phone calls
f. face to face (when very necessary)
Students can call, text or email the instructor even outside the prescribed time.
Contact no. 09063406215
Email add: mryu168@[Link]
Prepared by: Marie Ciel R. Yu LPT
