Online Class: Microbiology 101

Our comprehensive online course on microbiology covers all aspects of microbiology and includes an accredited CEU Certificate at successful class completion.

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34

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30

Hours
average time
3.0

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Course Description

Delve into the Microscopic World: An All-Encompassing Guide to Microbiology

Unlock the captivating realm of microbiology with our all-inclusive online course that not only provides a deep dive into the subject but also rewards you with a CEU Certificate upon triumphant completion.

Microbiology has proven to be an unparalleled field, paving the way for immense breakthroughs that have enriched both our environment and human society. Those captivated by this intricate subject often find themselves at the forefront of thriving sectors like biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical research, and forensics, to name a few.

Whether you're an ambitious individual envisioning a career in the vast domain of microbiology or an inquisitive spirit yearning to grasp the nuances of the world we inhabit, our Microbiology 101 is set to revolutionize your perspective.

Embark on an Enriching Journey Where You'll:

Dive into the rich tapestry of Microbiology’s history and familiarize yourself with its essential terminology.
Decode the chemical essence that underpins Microbiology.
Harness the power of microscopy to unveil microbial metabolism, cultivation, and growth.
Delve into the intricate realm of Microbial Genetics.
Understand the world of Bacteria, Viruses, and Fungi.
Grasp the emergence of infectious diseases and unravel the marvels of the body's defense mechanisms.
Navigate through the intriguing intersections of Microbiology and Environmental studies.
And much, much more!

Course Layout Offers 29 Comprehensive Lessons, Including:

Introduction to Microbiology
Composition & Chemical Basis of Microbiology
Unveiling Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes
Traversing through Microbial Genetics to DNA and Gene Expression
An In-depth Look at Bacteria, Viruses, and Fungi
A Journey through the Body's Systems: From the Skin, Eyes, and Cardiovascular, to the Digestive and Reproductive Systems
The Grand Finale with Soil Microbiology and Aquatic Microbiology

Join hands with us on this mesmerizing voyage as we intricately dissect each facet of microbiology, promising you an academic experience par excellence.

Sign up for our course today and immerse yourself in the wonders of the microbial world. Whether you're planning to set foot in a lab, meet patients in a clinic, or simply satiate your curiosity, our course is designed to serve as your beacon, illuminating your path with knowledge and expertise.

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Lesson 1. Introduction to Microbiology
In broad terms, microbiology is the study of living creatures that are invisible or indistinct to the naked eye because of their extremely small size.
Lesson 2. Microbiology Terms
As with all scientific disciplines, microbiologists have developed a vocabulary specific to their field.
Lesson 3. History of Microbiology
Generally speaking, the field of microbiology started with the invention of the microscope.
Lesson 4. Composition
The majority of people equate microbes with disease, but those only account for a fraction of those unseen life forms. Microbes live in every corner of the planet.
Lesson 5. The Chemical Basis of Microbiology
In the 1700s, scientists began to understand the chemical and physical basis of life and quickly realized that the chemistry of all living organisms shared many similarities.
Lesson 6. Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes
The vast majority of life on Earth can be classified as either prokaryotes or eukaryotes.
Lesson 7. Microbial Metabolism
Microbial metabolism is how microorganisms get the energy and nutrients that they need to live and reproduce.
Lesson 8. Microbial Cultivation and Growth
Just as people need oxygen, plants need sunlight, and fish need water to survive, different microorganisms need specific chemical and physical environments for their growth and survival.
Lesson 9. Microbial Genetics
All characteristics of microorganisms, and every other living thing, are determined by their genes. More specifically, information stored in macromolecules called nucleic acids that are passed on from one generation to the next through the organism's DNA.
Lesson 10. DNA and Gene Expression
Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) has often been called the blueprint of life, because the characteristics of all life forms ultimately depend upon the information specified by DNA.
Lesson 11. The Bacteria
Bacteria come in a great many sizes and several shapes.
Lesson 12. The Viruses
Viruses have the same general structure, genetic material in the form of either DNA or RNA surrounded by a protein coat and, in some cases, an outer membrane.
Lesson 13. The Fungi
Over the last 10 years, the incidence of serious fungal infections has been increasing.
Lesson 14. The Unicellular Algae
The term algae describes a large and diverse group of microorganisms that contains over 22,000 species.
Lesson 15. The Protozoa
The term protozoan means "first animal," which generally describes its animal-like nutrition.
Lesson 16. The Host-Parasite Relationship
A rather delicate balance exists between our defenses and the pathogenic mechanisms of microorganisms.
Lesson 17. The Development of Infectious Disease
Pathogens can gain access to the human body and other hosts through several avenues, which are called portals of entry.
Lesson 18. Nonspecific Body Defense
When our bodies are challenged by microbes, we defend ourselves by utilizing our various mechanisms of immunity.
Lesson 19. The Skin
The science of skin medicine is referred to as dermatology.
Lesson 20. The Eyes
The science of eye medicine is referred to as ophthalmology.
Lesson 21: The Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems
The cardiovascular and lymphatic systems are responsible for the body's circulation, and are studied by cardiologists and immunologists.
Lesson 22. The Respiratory System
Diseases and disorders that affect the respiratory system can cause problems in the lungs, the nerves, and muscles that allow breathing in the lungs, and the respiratory tract that leads air down into the lungs while breathing.
Lesson 23. The Nervous System
Diseases and disorders that affect the nervous system can affect either the brain, spinal cord, or the network of nerves to which the brain and spine are connected.
Lesson 24. The Digestive System
Diseases and disorders of the digestive system can include everything from the mouth to the stomach, and the stomach to the digestive tract, and associated organs.
Lesson 25. The Reproductive System
The reproductive system is both a victim of diseases and disorders as well as a vehicle for disease transmission for diseases both related and unrelated to the reproductive system.
Lesson 26. The Immune System
The immune system is composed of the white blood cells and their accompanying components that combat pathogens in the human body.
Lesson 27. Soil Microbiology
Soil genesis is a long-term event that produces the stable environment in which microbiological cycles and processes occur.
Lesson 28. Aquatic Microbiology
There are between four and five thousand species of phytoplankton on earth, organisms defined as any microscopic, photosynthetic (or partially photosynthetic) organism that lives in or partially in water.
Lesson 29. Microbiology in the Environment and in Us
Microbiology serves several major functions in our food.

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

Define microbiology and microbiology terms
Summarize history of microbiology.
Define the chemical basis of microbiology.
Summarize prokaryotes and eukaryotes.
Describe microbial metabolism.
Describe microbial cultivation and growth.
Summarize microbial genetics and DNS and gene expression
Describe the bacteria.
Describe the viruses.
Identify the fungi, unicellular algae and the protozoa.
Summarize the host-parasite relationship.
Identify the development of infectious disease.
Describe role of microbiology in the eyes and skin.
Describe the role of microbiology in cardiovascular and lymphatic systems, respiratory systems, nervous systems, digestive systems.
Describe the role of microbiology in the reproductive systems and the immune systems.
Summarize soil microbiology.
Summarize aquatic microbiology.
Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.

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Course Title: Microbiology 101

Course Number: 8900081

Lessons Rating: 4.6 / 5 Stars (3,311 votes)

Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries

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Availability: This course is online and available in all 50 states including: California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Texas.

Last Updated: February 2024

Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Class

CEU Value: 3.0 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)

CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).

Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.

Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams

Instructor: UniversalClass Instructional Team

Syllabus: View Syllabus

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