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701-0220-00L 2 Credits BSC D-USYS
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Basic Practical in Microbiology

Praktikum Mikrobiologie

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Martin Ackermann, PD Dr. Timothy Julian, David Russell Johnson
Only for BSc Environmental Sciences. Enrollment of this lecture is necessary until three weeks before course begins. After that date a place cannot be garanteed.
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:40:18

Abstract

The course offers an introduction into experimental work with microorganisms; it also demonstrates applications of microbiology in the environmental sciences.

Objective

Acquisition of basic knowledge and practical skills in the following areas: experimental work with microbes; analysis of resistance to antibiotics; genetic modification of microbes; analysis of pathogenic bacteria.

Content

Introduction into sterile work with microbes including cultivation; analysis of resistance to antibiotics; isolation of microbes from environmental systems; observation of microbes with microscopy; genetic modification of microbes for practical applications in environmental systems; analysis of the inactivation of bacteria. The course is based on a combination of practical work and lectures on the scientific background.

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General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
ungraded semester performance

Registration & Places

Signup End
27.01.2020
Priority: Registration for the course unit is only possible for the primary target group

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
practical/laboratory course Praktikum Mikrobiologie
1.-3. Semesterwoche.
  • Mon 13:15-17:00 (CHN D 53.2)
  • Mon 13:15-17:00 (CHN F 42)
  • Mon 13:15-17:00 (CHN G 42)
  • Tue 13:15-17:00 (CHN D 53.2)
  • Tue 13:15-17:00 (CHN F 42)
  • Tue 13:15-17:00 (CHN G 42)
  • Wed 08:15-17:00 (CHN D 53.2)
  • Wed 08:15-17:00 (CHN F 42)
  • Wed 08:15-17:00 (CHN G 42)
3 h weekly

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