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752-4001-00L 2 Credits BSC , SHE D-HEST , D-BIOL , D-CHAB , D-BAUG , D-USYS
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Microbiology

Mikrobiologie

Lecturers & Examiners: PD Dr. Markus Schuppler, Prof. Dr. Gregory Velicer, Prof. Dr. Martin Pilhofer, Prof. Dr. Serina Robinson
Some parts of the lecture will be taught in English.
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Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:30:26

Abstract

Teaching of basic knowledge in microbiology with main focus on the topics: Prokaryotic Diversity, Microbial Cell Structure and Function, Molecular Genetics, Microbial Growth, Metabolic Diversity, Phylogeny and Taxonomy, as well as applied aspects of Biotechnology and the Interaction of Humans and Microbes.

Objective

Subject-Specific Learning Objectives The students - understand important concepts and theories of microbiology, relating to the structure of cells as well as their function and metabolism. - are familiar with methods and technologies in which microorganisms play an important role. - know how microorganisms interact with the human body.

Content

The focus is on the following topics: - Prokaryotic diversity - Bacterial cell biology - Molecular genetics - Growth physiology - Biochemical diversity - Phylogeny and taxonomy - Biotechnology - Interaction between humans and microorganisms

Resources

Lecture Notes

Presentation slides will be provided to students.

Literature

The topics are covered on the basis of the textbook Brock, Biology of Microorganisms.

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC , SHE
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 90 minutes
Aids
Einfacher Taschenrechner
Digital
The exam takes place on devices provided by ETH Zurich.
Die Prüfungsfragen zu den auf Englisch unterrichteten Teilen werden auf Deutsch und Englisch gestellt.The exam questions related to the parts taught in English will be provided in German and English.Antworten sind auf Englisch und Deutsch erlaubt/Responses are allowed in English and German.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Mikrobiologie
Teile der Vorlesung werden auf Englisch gehalten. Some parts of the lecture will be taught in English.
  • Mon 08:15-10:00 (ML D 28)
2 h weekly

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