Groups of microorganisms. Distribution of microorganisms in nature. Microbial classification, nomenclature and identification. Major characteristics of bacteria, fungi, algae, protozoa, nematodes, microhelminths, microarthropods and viruses. Microbial growth and survival. Control of microorganisms. Antimicrobial agents. In vitro antimicrobial assays. Basic procedures and techniques in microbiology including fungal and viral microbiology. Quality control in the microbiology laboratory. |
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