Applied Microbiology

Year
3

Academic year
2019-2020

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 based on the classical model of knowledge transfer, supported with presentations illustrating the addressed subjects, using the available media. 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 curricular unit will also transmit knowledge of the key methodologies 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

THEORETICAL EDUCATION

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 health repercussions

Microbiological analysis of the air

Sampling methods

Analysis methods

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

Assessment
Exam: 100.0%

Bibliography

“Modern Food Microbiology” J. M. Jay 7^th ed. 2005 Aspen Publishers Inc.

“Practical Food Microbiology “D. Roberts & M. Greenwood. 3^th ed 2003. Blackwell.

“Manual of Environmental Microbiology”. C. J. Hurst et al., 2^nd ed., 2002. ASM Press

“Medical Microbiology. An Introduction to Infectious Diseases”. Sherris. K. J. Ryan & C. G. Ray. 4^th ed. 2003. MacGraw-Hill