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Course Schedule and Study Guide for Microbiology

Course Overview

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to microbiology, covering the fundamental principles, laboratory techniques, and the roles of microorganisms in health, disease, and the environment. The course is structured into weekly modules, each focusing on specific chapters and topics essential for understanding microbiology at the college level.

Weekly Topics and Tasks

Week

Dates

Topics

Tasks

1

5/26 – 5/31

  • Course Outline/Introduction

  • Chapter 1: The Microbial World and You

  • Chapter 2: Chemical Principles

  • Chapter 3: Observing Microorganisms Through a Microscope

  • Read course syllabus

  • Post to student chat forum

  • Read CH1 in textbook

  • Watch/take notes CH1 lecture(s)

  • CH1 Blackboard quiz

  • Read CH2 in textbook

  • Watch/take notes CH2 lecture(s)

  • CH2 Blackboard quiz

  • Read CH3 in textbook

  • Watch/take notes CH3 lecture(s)

  • CH3 Blackboard quiz

2

6/1 – 6/7

  • Chapter 4: Functional Anatomy of Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells

  • EXAM 1 (Chapters 1–4)

  • Chapter 5: Microbial Metabolism

  • Chapter 6: Microbial Growth

  • Read CH4 in textbook

  • Watch/take notes CH4 lecture(s)

  • CH4 Blackboard quiz

  • Exam 1 (Chapters 1–4)

  • Read CH5 in textbook

  • Watch/take notes CH5 lecture(s)

  • CH5 Blackboard quiz

  • Read CH6 in textbook

  • Watch/take notes CH6 lecture(s)

  • CH6 Blackboard quiz

  • Post to CH6 forum

3

6/8 – 6/14

  • Chapter 7: The Control of Microbial Growth

  • Chapter 8: Microbial Genetics

  • EXAM 2 (Chapters 5–8)

  • Chapter 11: The Prokaryotes: Domains Bacteria and Archaea

  • Read CH7 in textbook

  • Watch/take notes CH7 lecture(s)

  • CH7 Blackboard quiz

  • Read CH8 in textbook

  • Watch/take notes CH8 lecture(s)

  • CH8 Blackboard quiz

  • Exam 2 (Chapters 5–8)

  • Read CH11 in textbook

  • Watch/take notes CH11 lecture(s)

  • CH11 Blackboard quiz

4

6/15 – 6/21

  • Chapter 12: The Eukaryotes: Fungi, Algae, Protozoa, and Helminths

  • Chapter 13: Viruses, Viroids, and Prions

  • EXAM 3 (Chapters 11–13)

  • Chapter 14: Principles of Disease and Epidemiology

  • Read CH12 in textbook

  • Watch/take notes CH12 lecture(s)

  • CH12 Blackboard quiz

  • Post to CH11/12 forum

  • Read CH13 in textbook

  • Watch/take notes CH13 lecture(s)

  • CH13 Blackboard quiz

  • Exam 3 (Chapters 11–13)

  • Read CH14 in textbook

  • Watch/take notes CH14 lecture(s)

  • CH14 Blackboard quiz

5

6/22 – 6/28

  • Chapter 15: Microbial Mechanisms of Pathogenicity

  • Chapter 16: Innate Immunity: Nonspecific Defenses of the Host

  • Chapter 17: Adaptive Immunity: Specific Defenses of the Host

  • EXAM 4 (Chapters 14–17)

  • Read CH15 in textbook

  • Watch/take notes CH15 lecture(s)

  • CH15 Blackboard quiz

  • Read CH16 in textbook

  • Watch/take notes CH16 lecture(s)

  • CH16 Blackboard quiz

  • Read CH17 in textbook

  • Watch/take notes CH17 lecture(s)

  • CH17 Blackboard quiz

  • Exam 4 (Chapters 14–17)

Key Study Strategies

  • Read the textbook chapters thoroughly before watching lectures to build foundational understanding.

  • Take detailed notes during lectures and while reading to reinforce learning and retention.

  • Complete Blackboard quizzes for each chapter to assess comprehension and identify areas needing review.

  • Participate in forums to discuss concepts and clarify doubts with peers and instructors.

  • Prepare for exams by reviewing all chapters, notes, and quizzes covered in each exam period.

Additional Info

  • This schedule covers core topics in microbiology, including microbial structure, metabolism, genetics, classification, and the immune response.

  • Students are expected to engage with both textbook material and multimedia lectures for a comprehensive understanding.

  • Regular assessments (quizzes and exams) are designed to reinforce learning and track progress.

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