COURSE SYLLABUS MIDLANDS TECHNICAL COLLEGE SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

COURSE: Basic Microbiology COURSE NUMBER: BIO 115

CREDIT HOURS: 3.0 LECTURE: 2.0 LABORATORY: 1
CONTACT HOURS: 5.0 LECTURE: 2.0 LABORATORY: 3

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This is a detailed study of microbiology as it relates to infection and the disease processes of the body. Topics include microbial structure. physiology, immunity, epidemiology, medically important microorganisms, and diagnostic procedures for identification. Application to clinical health will be emphasized.

COURSE OBJECTIVE:

The objective of this course is to assist the student in gaining a working knowledge of the basic principles and concepts of microbiology and infectious disease and the application of these concepts to human disease.

REQUIRED TEXT:

Microbiology Principles & Applications, Black
MTC Microbiology Lab Manual.

Leboffe Photo Atlas, 2ND, 1999.

ATTENDANCE POLICY:
Students will be allowed to miss twice the number of times a lecture or laboratory section meets per week.

If the lecture meets 3 times per week, 6 absences are allowed. If the lecture meets 2 times per week, 4 absences are allowed. If the laboratory meets once a week, 2 absences are allowed.

If the student misses more than 10 minutes of class by either arriving late or leaving early, then the student will be counted as absent, missing fewer than 10 minutes is a tardy. Three tardies count as one absence.

Students adding courses after classes begin are responsible for work covered from the first day of classes. All classes missed are counted as absences.

When a student exceeds the maximum allowable absences, a grade of "W" will be assigned if the student is passing the course or "WF" if the student is failing after midterm. A "WF" is calculated into the grade point average as an "F."

MISSED CLASSES:

Students who are absent from a class are responsible for all of the work that was done or assigned during that class period.

No makeup lecture exams will be given (see grading). Missed laboratory work cannot be made up. This includes quizzes.

GRADING:
The final grade for this course will be determined as follows: Lecture Grade will be 75% and Laboratory Grade will be 25%. There will be 4 tests and a cumulative final. The lowest test grade will be dropped. If a lecture exam is missed then that will be the dropped test. The final will not be dropped.

Calculation of Grade:
Lecture:
Total of exams divided by the number of exams equals lecture average.
Example: 85+77+66+72=300
300/4= 75
75 is the lecture average

The lecture average times 0.75 equals the lecture points.
75X.75=56.25 points

Lab:
The number of lab points- divided by the total number of points-multipled by 100 equals the lab average.
Example: 295 points / 370 total points = 0.7972
0.797 x 100 =79.7

The lab average times 0.25 equals the lab points.
Example: 79.7 X .25= 19.92 points

Total Grade:
Lecture points plus lab points equals course average.
Example: 56.25 + 19.92= 76.1 >> 76>> C

Scale:
A (90-100) B (80-89) C (70-79) D (60-69) F (<60)

Note: 69.4 is a D. There are no additional points available. There is no additional extra credit.

SPECIAL NOTE

All written work done by students in partial fulfillment of the course requirement, unless waived by the intructor, must be typed. This includes organism reports and class assignments and/or case study reports. All MTC students have access to our computer labs and it is required that all students be computer literate. Unknown morphology and unknown report forms are expected to be hand written. However, how well the information is reported by the student may be considered in grading. Neatness and completeness do count.

Work not turned in on time will be accessed a 10% point penalty per incidence.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Are available online.
PRE-REQUISITES AND CO-REQUISITES:

Prerequisite: Bio. 112

COURSE FIELD TRIPS (IF ANY):

To be announced...

DISABILITIES:

Students with disabilities requiring in-class accommodations should call the Counseling/Disabilities Resource Center at 738-7637 (Beltline) or 822-3505 (Airport).

Contacts

The Science Department Chair, Coordinators, and faculty are here to help you. If you are having any problems in your classes, please contact the person who can help you.  If we don't know you are having problems, we can't help you. Start with your instructor.
Department Chair: Dr. Perry Carter 822-3443.
Airport Coordinator: Dr. Reginal Hoffman
822-3416. Beltline Coordinator:Dr. Bert Knesel 738-7660.

CHANGES:

The instructor reserves the right to make changes in the lecture and laboratory schedule as deemed necessary.

Additions/deletions to this syllabus may be made by the instructor at any time due to time/equipment constraints.

Additional policies for the Department are available in the Science Department's Student Policy and Procedures Handbook, in the Academic Center, Room 368; Robinson 106; Airport and Beltline Libraries, and Lindau Engineering Tech. Building, Room 421


Tentative Weekly Schedule- Bio 115 Lecture

Week	Chapter	Topic
1	1	Introduction/History
	2	Chemistry
	4	Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Characteristics
2	5	Metabolism
	6	Growth and Culture
3a		(1,2,4-6) TEST I
3b	7,8	7,8 Genetics/Genetic engineering
4	9	Taxonomy
	10	Viruses
5a	11	Eukaryotes
5b		(7-11) TEST II
6	12	Sterilization and Disinfection
	13	Antimicrobial Therapy
7	14	Host-Microbe Relationship/Disease Process
	15	Epidemiology and Nosocomial
	16	Non-specific Host Defenses
8a		(12-16) TEST III
8b	17	Specific Host Defenses
	18	Immunological Disorders
		Plus 19-24 SELECTED DISEASES
9	19	Diseases of Skin/Eyes
	20	Diseases of the Urogenital and Sexually Transmitted
	21	Diseases of the Respiratory System
10	22	Diseases of the Oral and Gastrointestinal System
	23	Diseases of the Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems
	24	Diseases of the Nervous System
		(17-24) TEST IV (Last day of class)
		FINAL Cumulative- TBA

Tentative Weekly Laboratory Schedule

Date		Week	Topic		Module
MW	TTH
26-May	27-May	1	Introduction to the microbiology lab
			Microscopy		1
28-May	29-May		Microscopy		1
			Oil immersion
02-June	03-June	2	Observation of a wet mount		2
			Preparation of a pour plate (begin)		3
			Ubiquity of microorganisms (begin)		4
04-June	05-June		Preparation of a pour plate (finish)		3
			Ubiquity of microorganisms (finish)		4
			Cultural characteristics of bacteria		9
			pH Exercise		Handout
09-Jun	10-Jun	3	Aseptic transfer of microbes (begin)		5
			Streaking for isolation (begin)		6
			Cultural characteristics of bacteria		9
			The Gram stain		7
11-Jun	12-Jun		Aseptic transfer of microbes (finish)		5
			Streaking for isolation (finish)		6
			The Gram stain		7
16-Jun	17-Jun	4	Special staining techniques		8
			Exoenzymes (begin)		10
			The Gram stain		7
18-Jun	19-Jun		Special staining techniques		8
			Exoenzymes (finish)		10
			The Gram stain		7
23-Jun	24-Jun	5	Gram stain practical
			Internet Studies		Handout
			Protein Concentration		Handout
			Viruses		Handout
			Review for Practical
25-Jun	26-Jun		Mid-term laboratory practical		1-7
30-Jun	01Jul	6	Selective & differential media (begin)		11
			Further tests for gram negative microorganisms (begin)		12
02-Jul	03Ju1		Selective & differential media (finish)		11
			Further tests for gram negative microorganisms (finish)		12
07-Jul	08-Jul	7	Tests for gram positive cocci (begin)		13
			DNA Extraction		Handout
			Unknown Assigned		Handout
09-Jul	10-Jul		Tests for gram positive cocci (finish)		13
			pH Indicator Molecules		Handout
			Unknown		Handout
14-Jul	15-Jan	8	Miscellaneous chemical tests (begin)		14
			Unknown		Handout
16-Jul	17-Jan		Miscellaneous chemical tests (finish)		14
			Electrophoresis		Handout
			Unknown		Handout
21-Jul	22-Jul	9	Effects of antibiotics (begin)		15
			Unknown		Handout
23-Jul 24-Jul Effects of antibiotics (finish)				15
Unknown				Handout
28-Jul 29-Jul 10 Unknown due (no exceptions)				Handout
Review
30-Jul 31-Jul Final lab practical				10-15

* All students, faculty and staff must understand that food and drinks cannot be allowed in lab at any time. This includes packaged items in book bags. This is an OSHA violation and can result in significant fines for the school. It is also highly dangerous.

MICROBIOLOGY LABORATORY GRADING

I. Laboratory Practical I (Midterm) 100 POINTS

II. LABORATORY PRACTICAL II (FINAL) 100 POINTS

III. IDENTIFICATION OF A BACTERIAL UNKNOWN 75 POINTS

A. MORPHOLOGY AND GRAM STAIN 25 POINTS
B. IDENTIFICATION OF UNKNOWN 50 POINTS

IV. LABORATORY TECHNIQUE 50 POINTS

A. POUR PLATE 10 POINTS
B. ASEPTIC TRANSFER 10 POINTS
C. STREAKING FOR ISOLATION 10 POINTS
D. GRAM STAIN 20 POINTS

V. Internet Exercise 10 POINTS

VI. ORGANISM REPORTS 20 POINTS

Each student will give 2 reports on organisms that will be assigned by the instructor from a selected list. Reports will be both written and oral. A one page form will be supplied for the written report.

VII. Miscellaneous Exercises: pH, DNA, Electrophoresis, etc.          15 POINTS

CALCULATED GRADES BASED ON: 370 TOTAL POINTS

LABORATORY PRACTICALS

All laboratory practicals are departmental. Lab instructors may not drop questions from practicals, may not curve or scale practicals, and may not give any bonus or extra credit questions.

LAB WORK IN THIS COURSE CANNOT BE MADE UP. STUDENTS MAY NOT ATTEND LABS OTHER THAN THEIR OWN.

LABORATORY PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Five points will be deducted from the bonus points for each infraction of the following.

1. Lab coats worn during lab work sessions.

2. Microscopes handled, used and stored in a correct manner.
3. Lab tables kept clean and disinfected before and after each lab session.
4. Proficiency in focusing the microscope at all levels.
5. Proficiency in lighting and using a Bunsen burner.
6. Aseptic techniques used when working with cultures.
7. Listening to instructors directions and following these directions in the performance of laboratory exercises.
8. Carrying out procedures in a proper, safe and correct manner.
9. Disposal of material in the appropriate manner.
10. Observance of safe laboratory practices.
11. Completion of each laboratory assignment.
12. Working well with partners-Each student should do their part in team activities.

LABORATORY POLICIES AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

The laboratory experience is designed to supplement and complement material covered in lecture, and is an integral part of the course. Material may be presented in greater detail in lab than in lecture. The laboratory experience may include dissections, films, demonstrations, experiments, workbook exercises, research and writing assignments, and field trips. The day, time, and location of approved field trips will be held during regularly scheduled lab times. Students will provide their own transportation. The laboratory instructors will give a sufficient amount of information and guidance to allow student to complete each lab, but success in lab primarily involves the individual effort of each student. To maximize learning and to minimize the risk of accidents or injury, the following policies and rules will be observed in science labs:

1. Laboratory exercises must be completed during the assigned lab period unless otherwise designated by your instructor.

2. Students should read laboratory exercises before coming to class.

3. Do not disturb any equipment or demonstrations that have been set up, until your instructor has told you how to proceed with the assignment.

4. Apply yourself in lab. The exercises are designed to reinforce and expand upon material presented in the lecture.

5. Follow directions carefully.

6. Do not hesitate to ask your lab instructor for clarification of any instructions you do not understand. However, do not expect your lab instructor to simply give you answers to information you should be obtaining through the completion of the various lab exercises.

7. Bring all necessary materials to lab, including your text.

8. Do not bring any food or drinks into any science lab.

9. Know where the eyewash station and shower are located in each lab. Report injuries immediately to your lab instructor.

10. Lab coats and protective eye wear are required in certain labs including microbiology and chemistry.

11. At the end of each lab, leave your work space in good order by discarding waste materials, cleaning and disinfecting your lab table, returning all materials used to their proper place, and sliding your chair back under the table.

12. No visitors are allowed in lab or lecture.

MIDLANDS TECHNICAL COLLEGE SCIENCE DEPARTMENT CODE OF CONDUCT

Student rights and responsibilities are outlined in the Student Handbook. We are extremely proud of the quality of students in the Science Department, however, there have been occasions where disciplinary action is necessary to prevent disruptive and dishonest behavior. The following items are specific violations and consequences supported by the Science Department. Your instructor will circulate a form for your signature stating that you understand the Science Department Course Syllabus, which includes this document.
1. Any student who exhibits behavior that is disruptive to the learning process such as talking, discourtesy to faculty or fellow students to include obscene language or gestures, or uncooperative actions will be asked to leave the classroom. The student will be counted absent for this class. Depending upon the nature of the offense or if it occurs during an exam the instructor may require that the student see the Science Coordinator, Chair of the Science Department, or the Director of Campus Life before returning to class. Campus Security will be called for any threatening or violent behavior.
2. Beepers, cell phones, personal stereos, and similar devices are not permitted in class. Permission must be obtained from the Science Coordinator or Instructor for students who are emergency personnel or where there are extenuating circumstances. Campus Security can locate a student and will interrupt a class if there is a situation that needs immediate attention.
3. Any student proven to have engaged in academic dishonesty will be given a grade of zero on the exam or assignment. This includes, but is not limited to, giving or receiving information during an exam, use of unauthorized materials during an exam or assignment, plagiarism, or changing answers after a grade has been assigned. An instructor must have reasonable proof that dishonesty has occurred. Until an incident is verified, the student will be assigned a grade of "I" for the work. Witnesses of cheating should report this immediately to the instructor. The grade will be discussed confidentially with the student. If the student denies that academic dishonesty occurred, the Chair of the Science Department or Science Coordinator will meet with the instructor and student. The instructor will be supported if departmental guidelines for handling cheating incidences were followed. However, the student is referred to the Student Handbook for the policy on filing a grievance. In any incident involving academic dishonesty, a report will be filed with the Director of Campus Life.
4. Students with complaints about instructors should follow the appropriate chain of command as outlined in the "Science Department Conflict Resolution" form. A form can be obtained from the Science Department. Signatures must be obtained at each level before the complaint will be validated. There may be some circumstances where the first contact is with the Science Coordinator who will discuss the problem with the instructor. All efforts possible will be made to resolve conflicts internally. However students should remember that matters can also be handled through the Academic Appeal/Grievance process detailed in the Student Handbook.