Intended learning outcomes
After approval in this course unit, the student should have the ability to:
- Know the fundamentals of Microbiology. Apply techniques of microbial manipulation, namely sterilization, asepsis and microscopy.
- Analyze and characterize microbial growth and understand the influence of nutritional and physical factors.
- Interpret and apply morphological, biochemical, immunochemical and genetic techniques to identify microorganisms.
- Discuss recombinant DNA technology and expression of recombinant proteins
- Know the applications of microorganisms in the production of biological products.
- Understand the importance of Microbiology in Industry.