Course Description
This course is a basic overview of microbiology concepts. It is geared towards the casual learner learning about the foundational concepts of microbiology.
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs
Learning Outcomes
By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Define microbiology.
- Define the microorganism.
- Describe the chemical basis of microbiology.
- Describe prokaryotes and eukaryotes.
- Describe microbial metabolism and growth.
- Summarize microbial genetics and DNA technology.
- Describe bacteria and viruses.
- Describe the algae, fungi, protozoa and helminthes.
- Describe the immune system, disorders of the immune system, and the development of disease.
- Describe diseases of the skin and eye.
- Describe diseases of the nervous system.
- Describe diseases of the cardiovascular and lymphatic systems.
- Describe diseases of the respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems.
- Describe diseases of the respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems.
- Summarize vaccines and antimicrobial drugs.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Assessment Guide
| Assessment | Points |
|---|---|
| Introduce Yourself | 2 points |
| Lesson 1 Review Exam | 20 points |
| Lesson 2 Review Exam | 20 points |
| Lesson 3 Review Exam | 20 points |
| Lesson 4 Review Exam | 19 points |
| Lesson 5 Review Exam | 20 points |
| Lesson 6 Review Exam | 20 points |
| Lesson 7 Review Exam | 20 points |
| Lesson 8 Review Exam | 17 points |
| Lesson 9 Review Exam | 20 points |
| Lesson 10 Review Exam | 20 points |
| Lesson 11 Review Exam | 12 points |
| Lesson 12 Review Exam | 10 points |
| Lesson 13 Review Exam | 20 points |
| Lesson 14 Review Exam | 19 points |
| Lesson 15 Review Exam | 20 points |
| Lesson 16 Review Exam | 20 points |
| Lesson 17 Review Exam | 16 points |
| Lesson 18 Review Exam | 18 points |
| Lesson 19 Review Exam | 7 points |
| Lesson 20 Review Exam | 20 points |
| Lesson 21 Review Exam | 20 points |
| Lesson 22 Review Exam | 20 points |
| Lesson 23 Review Exam | 20 points |
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