| Course title | Microbiology 1 |
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| Course code | MIK/VCA31 |
| Organizational form of instruction | Lecture + Exercise |
| Level of course | Master |
| Year of study | not specified |
| Semester | Winter |
| Number of ECTS credits | 0 |
| Language of instruction | Czech |
| Status of course | Compulsory |
| Form of instruction | Face-to-face |
| Work placements | This is not an internship |
| Recommended optional programme components | None |
| Course availability | The course is available to visiting students |
| Lecturer(s) |
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| Course content |
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Characterization of procaryotic cells. Inner structures in bacteria. Surface structures in bacteria. Spores. Growth and reproduction of bacteria. Bacterial pathogenicity and virulence. Exotoxins and endotoxins. Microbial ecology. Microorganisms in healthy human body. Bacterial metabolism and enzymes. Bacterial genetics. Mutation. Gene transfer. Lysogenic conversion. Plasmids. Transposons. Resistance of microbes to antibiotics (mechanisms and spreading). Antimicrobial agents - classification. Appropriate antibiotic therapy. Sterilization and disinfection. Antigens. Active immunization. Antibodies. Passive immunization. Endogenic infections. Nosocomial infections.
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| Learning activities and teaching methods |
| Lecture, Observation, Demonstration, Projection (static, dynamic), Laboratory Work |
| Learning outcomes |
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Anotace předmětu anglicky Microbiology 1 provides students with basic knowledge of the morphology and physiological manifestations of microorganisms, a general survey of basic diagnostic methods, microbiological laboratory resources and selection of the most suitable examinations. The students will be instructed how to interpret results and to perform synthesis of all diagnostic data. Basic principles of antibiotic, antifungal and antiviral treatment are also included in the teaching.
Výsledky učení, způsobilosti (po absolvování předmětu) anglicky The students will be able to implement the acquired knowledge and skills both in the diagnostic and therapeutic approach to patients and in scientific-research activity in the field of medical microbiology. |
| Prerequisites |
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Successful completion of biology, anatomy, Latin and medical chemistry.
LCH/VCA21 ----- or ----- LCH/VCA22 and HIE/VCA12 ----- or ----- HIE/VCA21 and FYZ/VCA11 ----- or ----- FYZ/VCA21 and FYZ/VCB11 ----- or ----- FYZ/VCB21 |
| Assessment methods and criteria |
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Student performance
Presence in practical trainings, one absence tolerated at the most, it's possible to substitute up to one third of practical trainings. Individual preparation for each practical training is obligatory. |
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| Study plans that include the course |
| Faculty | Study plan (Version) | Category of Branch/Specialization | Recommended semester | |
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| Faculty: Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry | Study plan (Version): - (2025) | Category: Medical sciences | 3 | Recommended year of study:3, Recommended semester: Winter |