ID:
500750
Duration (hours):
72
CFU:
9
SSD:
MICROBIOLOGIA GENERALE
Year:
2025
Overview
Date/time interval
Secondo Semestre (02/03/2026 - 12/06/2026)
Syllabus
Course Objectives
At the end of module I, the learning objectives arethe following:Knowledge of the characteristics of the main pathogen microorganisms (bacteria and viruses) in the clinical field and of the techniques that allow their identification.
At the end of module II, the expected learning outcomes are: - knowledge of the microbiological analysis methods, according to current regulations, for food, health products and water, - knowledge of the specific language used to describe the methods explained in class, - to be able to understand which analyses to apply for e.g. water, air, etc.
At the end of module II, the expected learning outcomes are: - knowledge of the microbiological analysis methods, according to current regulations, for food, health products and water, - knowledge of the specific language used to describe the methods explained in class, - to be able to understand which analyses to apply for e.g. water, air, etc.
Course Prerequisites
Knowledge of General Microbiology provided by the Degree Courses in Biological Sciences and in Biotechnology.
Teaching Methods
The teaching is based on lectures. Power Point presentations are used for the lectures, which are made available to students in the teaching section of the KIRO moodle platform. Class attendance is strongly recommended.
Assessment Methods
The learning examination is in written form, with seven open questions designed to test study and knowledge of the subject. The examination consists of four questions for the first part of the course and three questions for the second part of the course. The duration of the test is two hours.
For module I, the teacher will check learning and knowledge of the topics covered in the course through the 4 questions. For passing the examination, the maximum mark is 17 points, the minimum mark is 10.
Regarding Module II, the questions are aimed at checking the understanding of the explained microbiological analyses and their correct application; in addition, the language and terminology used will be evaluated, as well as the ability to synthesise and the understanding of theoretical concepts. The three questions focus on separate topics from the programme covered during the course. The evaluation is based on the degree of depth and understanding of the topics presented during classes and the ability to integrate the knowledge acquired during the course. For passing the exam, the maximum mark is 14 points, the minimum mark is 8.
The final mark will be determined by the sum of the two marks; the examination will only be recorded if both modules are passed.
For module I, the teacher will check learning and knowledge of the topics covered in the course through the 4 questions. For passing the examination, the maximum mark is 17 points, the minimum mark is 10.
Regarding Module II, the questions are aimed at checking the understanding of the explained microbiological analyses and their correct application; in addition, the language and terminology used will be evaluated, as well as the ability to synthesise and the understanding of theoretical concepts. The three questions focus on separate topics from the programme covered during the course. The evaluation is based on the degree of depth and understanding of the topics presented during classes and the ability to integrate the knowledge acquired during the course. For passing the exam, the maximum mark is 14 points, the minimum mark is 8.
The final mark will be determined by the sum of the two marks; the examination will only be recorded if both modules are passed.
Texts
- La Placa M. principi di microbiologia medica. XIV edizione. Edises. 2018.
- Guido Antonelli Massimo Clementi Gianni Pozzi Gian Maria Rossolini
Principi di Microbiologia medica
Quarta edizione, Casa editrice Ambrosiana. Distribuzione esclusiva Zanichelli 2022.
- Fabio Fanti. 2020. Biologia, microbiologia e tecnologie di controllo ambientale. Zanichelli editore.
- Madigan MT, Bender KS, Buckley DH, Sattley WM, Stahl DA. Brock Biologia dei Microrganismi, XVI edizioni, 2022, Pearson.
- Coccolin L, Gobbetti M, Neviani E. Microbiologia alimentare applicata. Casa Editrice Ambrosiana. Distributore Zanichelli 2022
- Didactic material provided by teachers (Kiro web site).
- Guido Antonelli Massimo Clementi Gianni Pozzi Gian Maria Rossolini
Principi di Microbiologia medica
Quarta edizione, Casa editrice Ambrosiana. Distribuzione esclusiva Zanichelli 2022.
- Fabio Fanti. 2020. Biologia, microbiologia e tecnologie di controllo ambientale. Zanichelli editore.
- Madigan MT, Bender KS, Buckley DH, Sattley WM, Stahl DA. Brock Biologia dei Microrganismi, XVI edizioni, 2022, Pearson.
- Coccolin L, Gobbetti M, Neviani E. Microbiologia alimentare applicata. Casa Editrice Ambrosiana. Distributore Zanichelli 2022
- Didactic material provided by teachers (Kiro web site).
Contents
Part 1. Bacterial and viral human pathogens: pathogenesis and clinical manifestations. Antibiotics and vaccins. Main conventional diagnostic techniques: staining; processing of different clinical specimens (urine, blood, various swabs, respiratory samples, cerebrospinal fluid, feces, etc.); physiological, serological and antigenic tests used to identify the bacteria; antibiogram; etc. Molecular diagnostic techniques used to detect non-culturable pathogenic bacteria and viruses. Serological and antigenic tests.
Parte 2. Review of factors influencing microbial development. Nutrient requirements, methods and culture media for microbiological analyses. Sampling methods. Direct and indirect counting methods. Microbiological analyses of surfaces and air. Microbiological control of cosmetics, disinfectants and drugs. Microbiological control of water intended for human use and wastewaters. Virtuous activities of microorganisms: fermentation of foodstuffs (starter cultures, lactic acid bacteria). Microbiological control of certain foodstuffs (milk, eggs). Traceability of genetically modified organisms.
Parte 2. Review of factors influencing microbial development. Nutrient requirements, methods and culture media for microbiological analyses. Sampling methods. Direct and indirect counting methods. Microbiological analyses of surfaces and air. Microbiological control of cosmetics, disinfectants and drugs. Microbiological control of water intended for human use and wastewaters. Virtuous activities of microorganisms: fermentation of foodstuffs (starter cultures, lactic acid bacteria). Microbiological control of certain foodstuffs (milk, eggs). Traceability of genetically modified organisms.
Course Language
Italian
More information
The students who fall into the categories identified by the Academic Senate at its meeting of 23 March 2023 will be supported with ad hoc inclusive teaching activities in order to foster their learning.
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