− The students will hear introductory and summary lectures, read text book chapters, research and review papers, and discuss together and with the teacher the following topics: Microbial biofilms, mechanisms of transcriptional regulation in Bacteria and Archaea, mechanisms of posttranscriptional regulation, advanced microbial physiology
Module BIO-TM1-4_4-M-5
Theoretical Module 1-4: Lecture and Reading Course - Molecular Microbiology (M, 3.0 LP)
Module Identification
| Module Number | Module Name | CP (Effort) |
|---|---|---|
| BIO-TM1-4_4-M-5 | Theoretical Module 1-4: Lecture and Reading Course - Molecular Microbiology | 3.0 CP (90 h) |
Basedata
| CP, Effort | 3.0 CP = 90 h |
|---|---|
| Position of the semester | 1 Sem. in WiSe |
| Level | [5] Master (Entry Level) |
| Language | [EN] English |
| Module Manager | |
| Lecturers | |
| Area of study | [BIO-MBI] Microbiology |
| Reference course of study | [BIO-88.Z10-SG] M.Sc. Biology |
| Livecycle-State | [NORM] Active |
Courses
| Type/SWS | Course Number | Title | Choice in Module-Part | Presence-Time / Self-Study | SL | SL is required for exa. | PL | CP | Sem. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | BIO-MBI-01-K-5 | Lecture and Reading Course - Molecular Microbiology
| P | 16 h | 74 h |
TEILN
| - | PL1 | 3.0 | WiSe |
- About [BIO-MBI-01-K-5]: Title: "Lecture and Reading Course - Molecular Microbiology"; Presence-Time: 16 h; Self-Study: 74 h
- About [BIO-MBI-01-K-5]: The study achievement [TEILN] continuous and active participation in the courses must be obtained.
Examination achievement PL1
- Form of examination: written exam (Klausur) (60-90 Min.)
- Examination Frequency: each winter semester
Evaluation of grades
The grade of the module examination is also the module grade.
Competencies / intended learning achievements
☒Professional competence:
− Understanding the molecular basis of regulation in prokaryotes, regulation of biofilm lifestyle and microbial physiology.
− Critical reading, interpreting and discussing current research papers and reviews on these topics, and understanding methodological approaches used.
☐Methodological competence: ---
☒Social competence:
− Learning to discuss scientific issues with other students and the teacher and explaining complex concepts.
− Learning to simplify complicated topics and ideas and to identify their key aspects.
☒Self-competence:
− Acquirement of scientific knowledge by self-responsible reading of English research literature, and identifying points that require further explanation.
− Critical evaluation of current research data.
Intended Learning Outcomes:
On successfully completing the module students will be able to…
− improve their knowledge in the field of molecular microbiology.
− read and understand specialist English literature (text book chapters, research papers and reviews).
− summarize and discuss orally research papers.
Literature
Joan L. Slonczewski (Autor), John W. Foster (Autor): Microbiology: An Evolving Science, 3rd International Student Edition; W.W. Norton & Company
Materials
Will be provided at or prior to the beginning of the course via OLAT or Microbiology homepage
Registration
Sign-up in KIS required
Requirements for attendance (informal)
Bachelor-grade knowledge in microbiology, genetics, biochemistry, (plant physiology)
Requirements for attendance (formal)
References to Module / Module Number [BIO-TM1-4_4-M-5]
| Course of Study | Section | Choice/Obligation |
|---|---|---|
| [BIO-88.Z10-SG] M.Sc. Biology | Theoretical Modules 1-4: Lectures and Reading Courses | [P/WP] Compulsory or compulsory elective (depending on the chosen specialization / study profile) |
Notes on the module handbook of the department Biology
https://www.bio.uni-kl.de/studium-lehre/studiengaenge/