MLS - 338 Advanced Microbiology

This course consists of a review of clinical microbiology concepts followed by a comprehensive evaluation and additional advanced theory in clinical microbiology including diagnostic procedures employed in the clinical bacteriology laboratory, such as specimen collection and the isolation and identification of medically important bacteria. Mechanisms of antimicrobial activity and antibiotic susceptibility testing are discussed. Includes laboratory experiences dealing with diagnostic tests performed in clinical activities designed to familiarize the student with the colony morphology of clinically important bacteria and consist of learning procedures used in the identification of bacteria isolates, including the gram stain and various biochemical assays. Prerequisite: Departmental permission. Credit Hours: (variable)