Course

Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
OOSL-0086
Version:
5
Organization's ID:
BIO250L
Organization:
StraighterLine
Location:
Online
Length:
14 weeks (27 hours)
Minimum Passing Score:
70
ACE Credit Recommendation Period:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 1 Microbiology Laboratory
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to be a standalone addition to the Microbiology course. Students will complete at-home laboratory experiments, track and record results, answer lab-based questions reflected in graded lab reports, and complete lab-based assessments to meet the lab requirement. The labs are provided by eScience Labs, a leading provider of at home lab kits and online lab instructional materials and resources.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Describe the various types of microorganisms
  • Quantify the number of microorganisms in a given sample
  • Use proper technique to culture bacteria
  • Explain the techniques used to control microbial growth
  • Discuss how microbes are used in food production
  • Describe how different types of media can be used to select for specific microorganisms
  • Explain the various nutrient sources used by microbes
  • Discuss the ecological factors involved in microbial growth

General Topics:

  • Checkpoint 1: Getting Started Checkpoint 2: Lab Safety Checkpoint 3: Using the V-Scope Checkpoint 4: Microbiology Laboratory Prep Capstone 1: Lab Kit Inventory Capstone 2: The Scientific Method Capstone 3: Identification of an Unknown Microbe Capstone 4: Biological Macromolecules Capstone 5: Aseptic Technique and Culturing Microbes Capstone 6: Bacterial Morphology and Staining Techniques Capstone 7: Selective and Differential Media Testing Capstone 8: Fomite Transmission Capstone 9: Food Safety
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Computer Based Training
  • Laboratory

Methods of Assessment:

  • Other
  • Quizzes
  • Lab Worksheets
Supplemental Materials
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