Biol 2300: Principles of Microbiology
Course Syllabus
Tentative
Fall 2008
- Instructor: Don C. Dailey, Ph.D.
· Office: Sundquist D125 Phone: 221-7223
· Lec: 9:05-10:10 MWF E106A
· Office Hrs: Appointment recommended.
· E-MAIL = daileyd@apsu.edu
COURSE PREREQUISITES: 1 year of Introductory Biology
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND OBJECTIVES:
An introductory study of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoans, with particular emphasis on their relationship to infection and disease. Other topics to be discussed include asepsis, immunity, sterilization, and special problems related to patients and hospitals. An understanding of the taxonomic divisions of these organisms and how to identify examples of each will also be a major emphasis of the course.
EDUCATION GOALS ADDRESSED:
It is the general objective of this course to provide students the opportunity to develop in the following areas:
- Skills of inquiry, abstract and logical thinking, and critical analysis;
- literacy in writing, reading, and listening;
- an understanding of the scientific method;
- an awareness of systems of values as bases for fulfilling the responsibilities of citizenship in a democratic society; and
- a concentration in a discipline in order to enter a chosen profession, undertake advanced study, or develop an avocation.
These goals are part of the University Goals as printed in the Austin Peay State University 2000-01 Undergraduate Bulletin.
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIAL:
- TEXT – Microbiology A Systems Approach. Cowan and Talaro. McGraw-Hill
- Class Handouts
WEB SITES
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: http://www.cdc.gov/
- World Health Organization: http://www.who.int/
- American Society for Microbiology: http://www.asm.org/
- National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, NIH: http://www.niaid.nih.gov/default.htm
- National Library of Medicine PubMed: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?db=PubMed
ATTENDANCE POLICY: Regular attendance is expected and is taken at the beginning of class. Lectures will not be repeated. Scheduled exams are not to be missed except for extreme emergencies or institutional excused absences. There are NO make-up exams for unexcused absences. Any make-up exam will be scheduled at the discretion and convenience of the instructor. The final exam will only be given during the time scheduled. Withdrawal from the class follows the established process published in the university catalog.
SEATING POLICY: SELECT A SEAT AND KEEP THAT SEAT FOR THE ENTIRE SEMESTER. This is how attendance is taken on a regular basis. Sitting in the wrong seat and arrival after attendance is taken will result in incorrect records that may not be corrected.
MINORS IN THE CLASSROOM: According to APSU policy 3.032, minors (any non-student under the age of 18) accompanying staff, faculty, students, or visitors on campus are not permitted in the classroom. For additional information on minors on campus, contact the Office of Student Affairs in the Morgan University Center.
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: Any student who has a condition that may affect his/her academic performance is encouraged to make an appointment with the coordinator of disability services, (CL 140, 221-6230 or V/TTY 221-6278)me to discuss this matter.
INCLEMENT WEATHER: The policy regarding inclement weather is as stated in the Austin Peay State University Bulletin.
PHONES AND PAGERS: These are to be turned to SILENT or off if this feature is not available.
BEHAVIOR: All students are expected to exhibit appropriate behavior at all times. Disruptive or dangerous behavior will result in the removal of the offender from the classroom. A meeting with the instructor will be required before returning to class.
STUDENT EVALUATION (GRADING):
- 5 Exams (500 pts); Term Paper (100 pts)
- GRADING SCALE: 540-600 A; 480-539 B; 420-479 C; 360-419 D
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR SUCCESS
Your personal academic performance results from 3 basic parts:
- Your genetic background.
- A regimented study program to develop your potential.
- Eliminating barriers which are preventing you from reaching your potential.
Number one is unalterable but parts 2 and 3 are up to us! Following are 5 steps to help you achieve parts 2 and 3.
- Set the right goals. Goals must be realistic. The satisfaction of reaching a personal goal will mean more than receiving an "A". Grades do not always equate with learning.
- Be persistent. Continuously review your goals and make certain that what you are doing will help you reach your goals.
- Be patient. Many of us reach our potential more slowly than others. Do not become depressed if you are not doing as well as your neighbor.
- Be flexible. Do not be afraid to experiment with different methods. Your goals are not carved in stone and can be modified. Do not stay with an unproductive method or unrealistic goal too long.
- Be smart. Work with a positive attitude. Ignore negative comments such as; there is too much material, the class moves too fast, or the tests are too hard, etc.
SPECIAL DATES: See University Bulletin
TENTATIVE COURSE SCHEDULE - PowerPoint presentations are located on the course D2L site.
- M Aug 25 Introduction
- W 27 Ch. 2 Cell Chemistry/ Ch. 3 Laboratory Techniques
- F 29 Ch. 3 Laboratory Techniques/Ch. 4 Prokaryotic Cell Structure
- M Sep 1 HOLIDAY
- W 3 Ch. 4 Prokaryotic Cell Structure
- F 5 Ch. 4 Prokaryotic Cell Structure/Ch. 6 Viruses
- M 8 Ch. 6 Viruses/Ch. 13 Infectious Disease
- W 10 Ch. 13 Infectious Disease
- F 12 Review
- M 15 EXAM 1
- W 17 Ch. 7 Microbial Growth
- F 19 Ch. 7 Microbial Growth/Ch. 9 Genetics
- M 22 Ch. 9 Genetics/Ch. 11 Control Growth
- W 24 Ch. 11 Control Growth
- F 26 Ch.12 Chemotherapy
- M 29 Ch 12 Chemotherapy
- W Oct 1 Review
- F 3 EXAM 2
- M 6 Ch. 14 Nonspecific Defenses
- W 8 Ch. 14 Nonspecific Defenses
- F 10 Ch. 15 Specific Immunity
- M 13 FALL BREAK
- W 15 Ch. 15 Specific Immunity
- F 17 Ch. 16 Disorders in Immunity
- M 20 Review
- W 22 EXAM 3
- F 24 Gram Positive Pathogenic Bacteria
- M 27 Gram Positive Pathogenic Bacteria
- W 29 Gram Positive Pathogenic Bacteria
- F 31 Gram Negative Pathogenic Bacteria
- M Nov 3 Gram Negative Pathogenic Bacteria
- W 5 Gram Negative Pathogenic Bacteria
- F 7 Miscellaneous Bacterial Pathogens
- M 10 Miscellaneous Bacterial Pathogens
- W 12 Review
- F 14 EXAM 4
- M 17 Pathogenic DNA Viruses
- W 19 Pathogenic DNA Viruses
- F 21 Pathogenic DNA Viruses
- M 24 Pathogenic RNA Viruses
- W 26 Pathogenic RNA Viruses
- F 28 HOLIDAY
- M Dec 1 Pathogenic RNA Viruses
- W 3 LAST DAY REVIEW
- FINAL EXAM Thursday, Dec 11, 8:00-10:0 AM
SPECIAL DATES: See University Bulletin
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