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This unit will be offered subject to minimum enrolment numbers. A decision to continue or cancel the offering will be made no less than one week before classes are due to start.
If you have enrolled and your enrolment will change as a result of this decision you will be contacted via your UTAS email and supported to find an alternate unit to complete your enrolment.
Introduction
This unit is designed to provide an accessible and practical introduction to microbiology. In this unit, you will acquire and apply knowledge of microbiology principles and techniques as relevant to applied or industry contexts. You will be introduced to key microbiology concepts, such as the impact of microorganisms, microbial characteristics and interactions, microbial-risk management, microbiological technologies, and emerging microbiological opportunities, as relevant to a range of applications and scenarios.
Through a laboratory workshop, you will gain practical knowledge and insight into microbiology techniques. You will develop technical observation skills, and also select, explore, and communicate specific microbiological techniques, including their relative advantages and disadvantages for different applied contexts. You will build on this approach to assess and communicate real-world microbiology challenges through different perspectives.
Summary
| Unit name | Applied Microbiology |
| Unit code | ZAS121 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | University College |
| Discipline | Pathways |
| Coordinator | Doctor Bikramjit Ghosh |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Introductory |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Learning Outcomes
- Explain key microbiological concepts and principles in relation to applied environments and scenarios
- Perform basic preparatory and exploratory microbiology techniques as relevant to selected real-world contexts
- Respond to real-world questions through analysis and interpretation of microbiological data
- Identify and evaluate opportunities for self-development in the context of microbiology practice and knowledge
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 |
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| not applicable |
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.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UniConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Requisites
Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
ZAS201|ZAS221Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Learning content online; Online tutorials 1-2 hours as per unit schedule; Labs/field trips/workshops: up to 4 days per semester, including a 3 day workshop in Hobart. |
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| Assessment | Report - Experimental Investigation Methods (30%)|Scenario-based Group Presentation (35%)|Technical poster (35%) |
| 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. |
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