MASTER SYLLABUS

2020-2021

A.	Academic Division: Health Sciences

B.	Discipline: Biology

C.	Course Number and Title: BIOL 1570 Microbiology

D.	Course Coordinator: Jeff Taylor, MS

Assistant Dean: Melinda Roepke, RN, MSN

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E.	Credit Hours: 4

Lecture: 3 hours

Laboratory: 3 hours

F.	Prerequisites: BIOL 1230

G.	Syllabus Effective Date: Fall, 2020

H.	Textbook(s) Title:

Brock Biology of Microorganisms

Authors: Madigan, Bender, Buckley, Sattley, and Stahl

Copyright Year: 2018

Edition: 15th

ISBN: 9780134261928

Workbook(s) and/or Lab Manual: Course Lab Manual provided by instructor.

J.	Course Description: This course is designed for science majors. It will examine the life of microorganisms to include their organization, functions, metabolic processes, growth, control genetics, evolution, and ecology. A study of diseases caused by various pathogens, the immunological response and the role of microorganisms in the environment and their uses in biotechnology will also be examined. In the laboratory, students will focus on the physical characteristics and biochemical requirements of bacteria. Students will be expected to identify an unknown microorganism using techniques and information learned in lecture and laboratory classes.

K.	College-Wide Learning Outcomes:

College-Wide Learning Outcome	Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Quantitative Literacy

L.	Course Outcomes and Assessment Methods:

Upon successful completion of this course, the student shall:

Outcomes	Assessments – How it is met & When it is met
Identify the major historical figures and describe their contributions to the development of modern microbiology.	Lecture Quiz #1 during Week 2 of the semester and Lecture Exam #1 during Week 5 of the semester.
Describe the characteristics of bacteria.	Lecture Quiz #2 during Week 4 of the semester and Lecture Exam #1 during Week 5 of the semester. Students will be assessed on their ability to differentiate between these organisms both structurally and functionally.
Describe DNA replication, protein synthesis, gene expression and mutation (e.g., transduction, transformation, and conjugation), and the genetic mechanisms of antibiotic resistance.	Lecture Quiz #2 during Week 4 of the semester and Lecture Exam #1 during Week 5 of the semester. Questions will assess the student’s understanding of the different types of mutations and the ways in which antibiotic resistance arises.
Describe the characteristics of viruses, prions, and viroids.	Lecture Quiz #3 during Week 6 of the semester and Lecture Exam #2 during Week 9 of the semester. Students will be assessed on their ability to differentiate between these organisms both structurally and functionally.
Describe the characteristics of fungi, algae and protozoans.	Lecture Quiz #4 during Week 7 of the semester and Lecture Exam #2 during Week 9 of the semester. Students will be assessed on their ability to differentiate between these organisms both structurally and functionally.
Identify the major bacterial, viral, fungal, algal, and protozoan pathogens and understand the interaction between the human host and pathogen.	Lecture Quiz #5 during Week 8 of the semester and Lecture Exam #2 during Week 9 of the semester (for the first part of this course outcome). Lecture Quiz #6 during Week 11 of the semester and Lecture Exam #3 during Week 13 of the semester (for the second part of this course outcome).
Describe the patterns and dynamics by which disease spreads through a human population.	Lecture Quiz #7 during Week 12 of the semester and Lecture Exam #3 during Week 13 of the semester. Questions will include case-study approaches to assess the student’s understanding of how disease is transmitted.
Describe the mechanisms of host resistance and immunity.	Lecture Quiz #8 during Week 15 of the semester and Lecture Final Exam during Week 16 of the semester. Questions will assess the student’s understanding of the interactions between the different aspects of nonspecific and specific immune responses.
Describe several physical and chemical control methods for microorganisms.	Lecture Final Exam during Week 16 of the semester and Lab Quizzes #7 and #9. Lab Exercises N, O, and U (in the Lab Content section) are specific to this course outcome.
Culture, stain and handle bacteria with emphasis on safety and aseptic (sterile) technique.	Lab Quizzes #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, and #8 throughout the semester; and the identification of a bacterial unknown in Weeks #12, #14, and #15 at the end of the semester.

M.	Topical Timeline (Subject to Change):

Lecture Content

The history and development of modern microbiology. (Week #1)

Prokaryotic cell (structures, characteristics, and morphology). (Week #1 and Week #2)

Macromolecules (carbohydrates, proteins, nucleic acids, and lipids). (Week #2)

Microbial growth and nutrition requirements. (Week #2)

Microbial metabolism. (Week #2 and Week #3)

From DNA to protein (transcription, translation, and gene control). (Week #3)

Bacterial genetics (mutation, transduction, transformation, and conjugation). (Week #3)

Viruses and prions (structures, characteristics, and life cycles). (Week #4 and Week #5)

Fungi, algae and protozoans. (Week #6)

Skin/wound infections. (Week #7)

Respiratory infections. (Week #7)

Digestive infections. (Week #8)

Genitourinary infections. (Week #8)

Nervous system infections. (Week #9)

Blood/lymphatic infections. (Week #9)

Immunodeficiency infections. (Week #10)

Epidemiology and the Infectious Disease Chain. (Week #10 and Week #11 and Week #12)

Nonspecific (innate) immune response. (Week #13)

Specific (adaptive) immune response. (Week #14)

Microbial methods of pathogenicity (host-microbe interactions). (Week #15)

Control of microbial growth (physical and chemical methods and antimicrobials). (Week #15)

Laboratory Content

Safety in the microbiology lab. (Week #1)

Use of the light microscope. (Week #1)

Handwashing experiment. (Week #1)

Smear preparation. (Week #2)

Simple stain technique. (Week #2)

Negative/capsule stain technique. (Week #2)

Gram stain technique. (Week #3)

Spore stain technique. (Week #3)

Acid fast stain technique. (Week #3)

Pure culture techniques (streak and pour methods). (Week #4)

Lactobacillus activity. (Week #4)

Lecture Exam #1 (during lab). (Week #5)

Differential media preparation (Mannitol Salt Agar). (Week #6)

Control of microorganisms (ultraviolet light). (Week #6)

Control of microorganisms (antiseptics and disinfectants). (Week #6)

Catalase test. (Week #7)

Coagulase test. (Week #7)

Bacterial populations counts/turbidity assay (Week #8)

Differential media preparation (Eosin Methylene Blue Agar). (Week #8)

Lecture Exam #2 (during lab). (Week #9)

Kirby-Bauer antibiotic sensitivity testing. (Week #10)

Throat culture and hemolytic bacteria. (Week #10)

Water testing for coliform bacteria. (Week #11)

Differential media preparation (MacConkey Agar). (Week #11)

Identification of a bacterial unknown. (Week #12)

Lecture Exam #3 (during lab). (Week #13)

Identification of a bacterial unknown. (Week #14)

Identification of a bacterial unknown. (Week #15—if needed)

N.	Course Assignments:

8 Lecture Quizzes worth 15% of Final Grade.

3 Lecture Exams worth 45% of Final Grade.

1 Lecture Final Exam worth 15% of Final Grade.

9 Laboratory Quizzes worth 15% of Final Grade…Weeks 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12.

1 Laboratory Unknown and Formal Lab Report worth 8% of Final Grade.

Lab Preparation and Attendance 2% of Final Grade.

O.	Recommended Grading Scale:

NUMERIC	GRADE	POINTS	DEFINITION
93–100	A	4.00	Superior
90–92	A-	3.67	Superior
87–89	B+	3.33	Above Average
83–86	B	3.00	Above Average
80–82	B-	2.67	Above Average
77–79	C+	2.33	Average
73–76	C	2.00	Average
70-72	C-	1.67	Below Average
67–69	D+	1.33	Below Average
63-66	D	1.00	Below Average
60-62	D-	0.67	Poor
00--59	F	0.00	Failure

P.	Grading and Testing Guidelines:

See First Day Handouts: Lecture Policies and Procedures

Q.	Examination Policy:

See First Day Handouts: Lecture Policies and Procedures

R.	Class Attendance and Homework Make-Up Policy:

See First Day Handouts: Lecture Policies and Procedures

S.	Classroom Expectations:

See First Day Handouts: Lecture Policies and Procedures

T.	College Procedures/Policies:

Important information regarding College Procedures and Policies can be found on the syllabus supplement located at

http://catalog.ncstatecollege.edu/mime/download.pdf?catoid=5&ftype=2&foid=3