Course Name:
Course Number
Microbiology
BIO130
Term: Degree140127
Section Number: BIO13301A
3.0
Clock hours
45
Semester Credit Hours
Total
45
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Lecture
Lab
Clinical
Instructor
Patricia DeTurk, MST MT (ASCP)
E-mail
pdeturk@concorde.edu
Class Time
8 am – 12:30 pm
Class Location
302
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course introduces students to the world of microbes including bacteria, prokaryotes, viruses and fungi. The impact of these
organisms on the lives of humans is explored with particular attention given to the medical impact of pathogens and how disease
is transmitted, diagnosed and subsequently treated. Additionally, students will learn about cellular reproduction, composition and
metabolic function of single celled-organisms.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
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Identify key historical events and scientists who led to the discovery of microbes.
Describe ways in which humans benefit from and are harmed by microorganisms.
Describe the general structure and composition of macromolecules; list macromolecule functions in biosynthesis, metabolism
and enzyme function.
List ways that microbes overcome humans’ three lines of defense.
Identify disease symptoms, their disease-causing agents and effective chemotherapeutics.
Discuss pros and cons of administering antiviral compounds.
Compare and contrast the humeral and cellular immune responses.
List current hypotheses and supporting data regarding the role of viral agents in cancer.
Describe bacterial reproduction, classification, and methods of identification.
Identify role of epidemiologists, the CDC and the WHO.
TEXTS
Talaro, K.P., & Chess, B. (2012). Foundations in Microbiology (9th ed.). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Higher Education.
STUDENT RESOURCES
 Canvas: Access code bundled with your text; obtain Course ID from Registrar
COMPUTER ACCESS
Homework activities in this course series require computer access. Students who do not have home access to a computer should
complete computer-based activities at a Concorde computer lab, resource center, or public library.
EVALUATION
Students will be evaluated on knowledge of textbook content, writing and presentation skills, and analysis and application of
thinking skills.
Classwork
15 %
Homework
15 %
Quizzes
30 %
Midterm Exam
20 %
Final Exam
20 %
Total
100 %
Grade Scale
90-100
80-89
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A
B
70-79
60-69
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D
59 or less
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Make-up work
Work missed due to absence, including being tardy or leaving early will be ineligible for grades. The PD will determine the
method for making up required course components like labs and competencies. Classwork is defined as any lab, competency,
activity, or discussion that occurs during scheduled class hours.
Students who ask to complete work, including tests, prior to an expected absence, will not be penalized, if all missed work is
completed prior to the absence or on the student’s first day back to class. Any work not completed by or on the student’s first day
back in class will be penalized.
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Homework
Unless otherwise stated, homework is due at the commencement of class the session after it is assigned. Homework is to be
completed in the Canvas online program.
Tutoring
Tutoring will be scheduled at the discretion of the instructor or Academic Dean.
Exams & Quizzes
An exam missed as a result of an absence may be made up within 5 regularly scheduled class days. The student must initiate the
request to reschedule on the first day s/he returns. It is the student’s responsibility to schedule time outside the student’s regularly
scheduled class hours to take a missed exam. Not rescheduling on the day of return, or not appearing for the rescheduled time
will result in an automatic zero (0). An exam taken after the course’s original exam scheduled date will have its grade reduced by
one letter grade.
Quizzes cannot be made up. Quizzes and tests may include material from any previously taught material in this course. The final
exam will be comprehensive. For a quiz, students must be in their seats at the time the instructor distributes the first quiz paper in
order to take the quiz.
Weight Values for the Course Assignments
Title
Total Course
Weight
Your Weighted
Percent
Your Grade
Final Exam
20%
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Midterm Exam
20%
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Quizzes
30%
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(Multiple average of all quizzes by %)
Announced
Average of quizzes
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Quiz 1
Quiz 2
Quiz 3
Quiz 4
Quiz 5
Quiz 6
Quiz 7
Homework
15%
X
Average of assignments (multiple this score by %)
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W1 Homework
W2 Homework
W3 Homework
W4 Homework
W5 Homework
W6 Homework
W7 Homework
W8 Homework
W9 Homework
Classwork
15%
X
Average of classwork (multiple this score by %)
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W1 exercise
W2 exercise
W3 exercise
W4 exercise
W5 exercise
W6 exercise
W7 exercise
W8 exercise
W9 exercise
MAINTAINING SATISFACTORY ATTENDANCE STATUS
Attendance is mandatory. All absences are unexcused. Review your school catalog for specifics of satisfactory attendance,
probation and terms of dismissal.
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Students are expected to abide by the policies established in the school catalog. Dress code is to be followed as outlined in
catalog.
If you miss a class, it is up to you to obtain a copy of any notes from your fellow classmates and/ or request any handouts or
missed work from the instructor. It is also courteous and professional to call the school and inform the instructor, PD and/or
Dean of your absence, just as you would an employer.
This course will require a great deal of individual effort. If, for any reason, you are experiencing problems in this course, please
speak with the instructor immediately. Do not let any problem continue to grow until it is too late or unmanageable.
In addition to class time, you are expected to spend a minimum of 3 hours for each hour of class time per week (4.5 hours in class
per week * 3 hours = 13.5 hours per week) on assignments and activities to help you achieve the course objectives. Your outside
class time should be spent reading the textbook materials, developing outlines and notes for exam preparation, memorizing
theory, and practicing application of theory. For application, complete the chapter activities in the textbook, utilize the web
resources associated with the text, and perform any other practice as assigned by the instructor. If assigned a final project you will
need to research, draft and revise on a weekly basis. Details of weekly activities will be in your course schedule.
CLASSROOM CONDUCT
Refer to the catalog for details on eating, breakage, cleanliness, etc. Other items not covered are below:
Cell Phones – Cell phones are not allowed in the classroom. Upon entering the classroom please turn off all cell phones and
store away. Cell phones must not be visible at any time. If seen during quizzes or exams, the student’s paper will be collected and
given a zero (0) with no option for make-up or retake.
Participation/Classwork — You are expected to participate in class. Class assignments , which are a part of your course grade,
occur throughout the day, with or without announcement, at the instructor’s discretion.
BREAK TIMES
Instructor: State Times & length
COURSE SCHEDULE
*Homework is due at the next class unless otherwise stated.
Week 1
Topics Covered
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Course Intro
Chapter 1 The Main Themes of Microbiology
Chapter 2 The Chemistry of Biology
Chapter 3 Tools of the Laboratory: Methods of Studying Microorganisms
Classwork is defined as any competency, skill, quiz, activity, or discussion that occurs during scheduled class hours.
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Class Activities
Homework*
Week 2
Topics Covered
Class Activities
Homework*
Week 3
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Homework*
Week 4
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Week 5
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Week 6
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Various warm-up and application exercises.
Various exercises, activities, and discussions
Read Chapters 1 through 5.
Prepare for a quiz over Chapters 1-3.
Complete Chapters 1, 2 & 3 Homework in Canvas
Review Key Terms 1, 2 & 3
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Chapters 4 & 5
Chapter 4 A Survey of Prokaryotic Cells and Microorganisms
Chapter 5 A Survey of Eukaryotic Cells and Microorganisms
Various exercises, activities, and discussions
Quiz 1: Chapters 1-3
Read Chapters 6 & 8
Prepare for a quiz over Chapters 4-5
Complete Chapters 4 & 5 Homework in Canvas
Review Key Terms 4 & 5
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Chapters 6 & 8
Chapter 6 An Introduction to Viruses
Chapter 8 An Introduction to Microbial Metabolism: The Chemical Crossroads of Life
Various exercises, activities, and discussions
Quiz 2: Chapters 4-5
Read Chapters 11 & 12
Prepare for a quiz over Chapters 6 & 8
Complete Chapters 6 & 8 Homework in Canvas
Review Key Terms 6 & 8
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Chapters 11 & 12
Chapter 11 Physical and Chemical Agents for Microbial Control
Chapter 12 Drugs, Microbes, Host-The Elements of Chemotherapy
Quiz 3: Chapters 6 & 8
Various exercises, activities, and discussions
Read Chapters 13-15
Study for the Midterm Exam Chapters 1-6, 8, 11, 12
Complete Chapters 11 & 12 Homework in Canvas
Review Key Terms 11 & 12
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Chapters 13-15
Chapter 13 Microbe-Human Interactions; Infection, Disease, and Epidemiology
Chapter 14 An Introduction to Host Defenses and Innate Immunities
Chapter 15 Adaptive, Specific Immunity and Immunization
Midterm Exam
Various exercises, activities, and discussions
Read Chapters 16 & 17
Prepare for a quiz over Chapters 13-15
Complete Chapters 13-15 Homework in Canvas
Review Key Terms 13-15
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Chapters 16 & 17
Chapter 16 Disorders in Immunity
Chapter 17 Procedures for Identifying Pathogens and Diagnosing Infections
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Class Activities
Homework*
Week 7
Topics Covered
Class Activities
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Week 8
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Class Activities
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Week 9
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Week 10
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Various exercises, activities, and discussions
Quiz 4: Chapters 13-15
Read Chapters 18-20
Prepare for a quiz over Chapters 16 & 17
Complete Chapters 16 & 17 Homework in Canvas
Review Key Terms 16 & 17
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Chapters 18-20
Chapter 18 The Gram-Positive and Gram-Negative Cocci of Medical Importance
Chapter 19 The Gram-Positive Bacilli of Medical Importance
Chapter 20 The Gram-Negative Bacilli of Medical Importance
Various exercises, activities, and discussions
Quiz 5: Chapters 16 & 17
Read Chapters 21-23
Prepare for a quiz over Chapter 18-20
Complete Chapters 18-20 Homework in Canvas
Review Key Terms 18-20
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Chapters 21-23
Chapter 21 Miscellaneous Bacterial Agents of Disease
Chapter 22 The Fungi of Medical Importance
Chapter 23 The Parasites of Medical Importance
Various exercises, activities, and discussions
Quiz 6: Chapters 18-20
Read Chapters 24 & 25
Prepare for a quiz over Chapters 21-23
Complete Chapters 21-23 Homework in Canvas
Review Key Terms 21-23
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Chapters 24 & 25
Chapter 24 Introduction to Viruses That Infect Humans: The DNA Viruses
Chapter 25 The RNA Viruses that Infect Humans
Various exercises, activities, and discussions
Quiz 7: Chapters 21-23
Review for Final
Study for the Final Exam. Chapters 1-6, 8, 11-25
Complete Chapters 24 & 25 Homework in Canvas
Review Key Terms 24 & 25
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Final Exam
Review of the course
Final Exam
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