HND Applied Animal Science
Canterbury College
1. Title of the module: Principles of Microbiology BI 528
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Department responsible for management of the module: STMS
Start date of the module: September 2005
The number of students expected to take the module: 15
Modules to be withdrawn on the introduction of this proposed module none
The level of the module I
Number of credits which the module represents: 15
Which term(s) the module is to be taught in (or other teaching pattern) Year 2
Prerequisite/co-requisite modules none
Programme of study to which the module contributes: HND/C Applied Animal Science
11. The intended subject specific learning outcomes
At the end of the module the student will be able to
a) Identify the main groups of microbes of importance to animal health
b) Define, describe and discuss the growth and control of microbes
c) Identify microbes of zoonotic significance and assess the consequences of microbes entering
the human food chain
d) Investigate the principles of microbial biotechnology and explore the uses of genetically
modified micro-organisms
These will contribute to the following programme learning outcomes:
A
1, 3, 4, 8
B
1, 4
C
1, 4
D
3
12. The intended generic learning outcomes
At the end of the module the learner will be able to demonstrate:
a) Critical thinking skills
b) Ability to work with complex material
c) Ability to analyse problems and identify appropriate solutions
d) Communication and report writing skills
e) Ability to scan and organise data, abstract meaning from information and share knowledge
with others
f) Effective self-management skills
These will contribute to the following programme learning outcomes:
A
4, 5
B
2
C
3, 4
D
1, 3, 4
13. A synopsis of the curriculum
This module encompasses the topics of bacteriology, virology and mycology and the role of
these groups in infectious disease processes and in biotechnology. It also includes the study of
protozoa important in animal health and newly discovered disease agents such as the prions.
The student will study the structure and morphology of the microbes of importance in animal
health and critically investigate their growth requirements, reproduction and control. The
importance of microbes in biotechnology and the use of genetically modified microbes will also
be explored and evaluated in the module.
March2011
HND Applied Animal Science
Canterbury College
14. Indicative Reading List
Ikram M and Hill E, Microbiology for Veterinary Technicians (1991), Mosby
Lowrie P and Weels S, Microbiology and Biotechnology (2000), Cambridge University Press
Martinko J and Madigan M T, Brock Biology of Micro-organisms (2005), Prentice Hall
Patrick, Murray et al, Medical Microbiology (2001) Mosby
15. Learning and Teaching Methods, including nature and number of contact hours and total
study hours which will be expected of students, and how these relate to achievement of
the intended learning outcomes
The total learning time for the module will be 150 hours. Learners will be expected to undertake
approximately 90 hours of independent study, including required reading, research and
assignment work.
There will be two hours of class contact time per week: two hours lecture and/or practical work as
appropriate (total 60 hours). This will include a variety of tasks, discussions, study materials and
case studies, as appropriate to the topics being covered, with the focus being on the learning
outcomes.
16. Assessment methods and how these relate to testing achievement of the intended learning
outcomes
 There will be a practical assessment and TCA (time constrained assessment) (weighting
25%) demonstrating achievement of learning outcome 11(a).
 A written report on a practical investigation (2,000 words) and discussion will demonstrate
achievement of learning outcome 11(b) (weighting 25%).
 A written assignment (2,000 words) (weighting 25%) will demonstrate achievement of learning
outcome 11(c)
 TCA (weighting 25%) will demonstrate achievement of learning of outcome 11(d).
Learning outcome
To achieve this outcome a student must
demonstrate the ability to:
Identify the main groups of microbes of
importance to animal health
 Recognise and define microscopically
protozoa, fungi and the major bacterial
groups
 Describe the classification and
characteristics of protozoa, fungi and major
bacterial groups
 Describe the structure and characteristics of
viruses
Define, describe and discuss the growth
and control of microbes
 Investigate the growth requirements of
microbes
 Describe the reproduction of microbes
 Discuss the control of microbes
Identify microbes of zoonotic significance
and assess the consequences of
microbes entering the human food chain
 Assess through case studies the
consequence of microbes entering the
human food chain
 Understand the significance of zoonoses
due to microbes
Investigate the principles of microbial
biotechnology and explore the uses of
genetically modified micro-organisms
 Define and explain the key applications of
microbes in biotechnology
 Evaluate the policy and use of genetically
modified microbes and assess their effect
on the environment
March2011
HND Applied Animal Science
Canterbury College
17. Implications for learning resources, including staff, library, IT and space
There are adequate classrooms and resources. There is a dedicated HE, IT room in LRC in the
College main building where texts will be available.
18. As far as can be reasonably anticipated, the curriculum, learning and teaching methods
and forms of assessment do not present any non-justifiable disadvantage to students
with disabilities
Statement by the Director of Learning and Teaching: "I confirm I have been consulted
on the above module proposal and have given advice on the correct procedures and
required content of module proposals"
................................................................
Director of Learning and Teaching
..............................................
Date
Statement by the Head of Department: "I confirm that the Department has approved the
introduction of the module and will be responsible for its resourcing"
.................................................................
Head of Department
March2011
..............................................
Date