Applied Microbiology

Year
3

Academic year
2023-2024

Code
01551377

Subject Area
HEALTH SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGIES

Language of Instruction
Portuguese

Mode of Delivery
Face-to-face

Duration
SEMESTRIAL

ECTS Credits
6.0

Type
Compulsory

Level
1st Cycle Studies

Recommended Prerequisites

Knowledge in biology, molecular biology, microbiology and immunology is recommended to successfully achieve the objectives proposed in this course.

Teaching Methods

The Applied Microbiology curriculum unit teaching will be based on non mandatory theoretical classes and mandatory laboratory classes. Lectures will be supported with presentations illustrating the addressed subjects. During the lectures, questions will be asked in order to encourage student participation and apprehension of the taught subjects.
The most used techniques in microbiological control will be addressed in the laboratory classes. Results will be analyzed and discussed in order to promote a better connection with the reality.

Learning Outcomes

The unit of Applied Microbiology aims to provide students with knowledge about the importance of the microbiological control of food, water and air to the human health. This course will also transmit knowledge of the key techniques and protocols used in the microbiological control of food, water and air.
The acquired knowledge will allow the students to acquire the skills needed to work in microbiological quality control and to understand the relation of microorganisms and health.

Work Placement(s)

Syllabus

TEORETHICAL PROGRAM
Food Microbiology
Origin of food microorganisms
Food preservation processes
Foodborne diseases
Microbiological control
Water microbiology
Microbial agents associated with waterborne diseases
Microbiological control of drinking water
Air microbiology
Bioaerosols and water repercussions
Air contamination by fungi
LABORATORIAL PROGRAM
Microbiological analysis of food
Microbiological analysis of water
Microbiological analysis of air in buildings

Head Lecturer(s)

Paula Cristina Santos Luxo Maia

Assessment Methods

Final assessment
Exam: 100.0%

Bibliography

“Modern Food Microbiology” J. M. Jay 7th ed. 2005 Aspen Publishers Inc.
“Practical Food Microbiology “ D. Roberts & M. Greenwood. 3th ed 2003. Blackwell.
“Manual of Environmental Microbiology”. C. J. Hurst et al., 2nd ed., 2002. ASM Press
“Medical Microbiology. An Introduction to Infectious Diseases”. Sherris. K. J. Ryan & C. G. Ray. 4th ed. 2003.
MacGraw-Hill