Courses & Units
Clinical and Pharmaceutical Microbiology CSA207
Introduction
This unit introduces pharmacy students to the world of microbiology, infectious diseases, and the role of pharmacists in contributing to safe and effective infectious disease control and management. It will commence with an exploration of the basic concepts of microbiology, including laboratory techniques used to isolate, culture, and identify microbes from specimens. This will be followed by a focus on medically important bacteria, viruses, prions, algae, fungi, and parasites. Concurrently, you will explore the mechanisms through which pathogenic agents colonise a susceptible host and subsequently, elicit clinical symptoms as well as an immune response. You will also examine the epidemiology of transmissible diseases that are common in healthcare and community settings. Together, this knowledge will provide a basis for critical evaluation of current tools that are available for the prevention of key infections, including, vaccines, medications, and public health measures. Finally, you will examine the challenges posed by microbiological contamination of pharmaceutical products, as well as the significant risk associated with the spread of antibiotic resistance and the need for appropriate antimicrobial stewardship in all healthcare settings. Lectures and tutorials will cover these aspects of the unit. The tutorials will reinforce material presented during the unit and lead to an understanding of the role of pharmacists in the control of infectious diseases.
Summary
| Unit name | Clinical and Pharmaceutical Microbiology |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CSA207 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Pharmacy and Pharmacology |
| Discipline | Pharmacy |
| Coordinator | Doctor Corinne Mirkazemi |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 11/7/2022 | 9/8/2022 | 29/8/2022 | 16/10/2022 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Describe the fundamentals of microbiology, epidemiology, and prevention strategies for infectious diseases of local, national and international importance.
- Explain the role of pharmacists in preventing infectious disease outbreaks, and promoting safe and effective antimicrobial use.
- Discuss the laboratory processes involved in the sampling, culturing, identification and antimicrobial sensitivity testing of microbes from biological specimens, and the clinical relevance of these activities.
- Effectively communicate complex issues and outcomes to a variety of stakeholders, including patients, peers, and other health professionals.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 010911 | $1,002.00 | $1,002.00 | not applicable | $2,354.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Requisites
Prerequisites
(KRA114 OR KRA113) AND CZZ102 AND CZZ101Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
CJA214Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Approx 2hrs per week Online Lecture and Theory content 1 x 2hr weekly online tutorial |
|---|---|
| Assessment | In-Term Test One (20%)|In-Term Test Two (20%)|Final Examination (40%)|Written Assessment (20%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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