Microbiology and Immunology
After completing the course, the student is able to:
Knowledge:
- describe the structure and characteristics of the various main groups of medically important microorganisms¿
- describe microbiological classification and nomenclature¿
- have knowledge about the effects of central antimicrobial drugs
- have knowledge about the prevention and treatment of different infections as well as the importance of the rational use and prescription of antimicrobial drugs¿
- explain how resistance to antimicrobial drugs is selected, arises and spreads
- describe the organization and main functions of the innate and the acquired immune system
- account for what characterizes and causes inflammation, as well as the cell types and signal molecules involved in inflammatory responses
- account for the roles of MHC molecules during antigen presentation as well as the activation of lymphocytes
- have knowledge about selected pharmaceuticals that affect the immune system.
¿ Skills:
- isolate, cultivate, identify and determine antibiotic resistance of bacteria
- master the basic methods of aseptic technique ¿
¿ General competence:
- present and explain microbiological issues both orally and in writing
Teaching is provided through lectures, online lessons, participation in seminars and laboratory work.
There is compulsory participation in this course. Reason for compulsory participation: Participation provides skills and general competence that cannot be acquired alone.
Assessment and grading using the letters A - F.
Due to the Covid-19 epedemic, a number of assessments and exams at Nord University has been changed.
Changes are made in accordance with the Temporary Regulations on Supplements to Regulation 31/01/2019 no. 63: Concerning Studies and Examinations at Nord University - Extraordinary Measures as a Result of the Coronavirus Epidemic- according to §2 of the Corona Epidemic, Assessment Methods, Sections 1-3
To accommodate this, the form of assessment will be changed from Written School examination to Written assignment on this course in the spring of 2020.