Microbiology : Introduction, Scope and History
What you'll learn
- Basic introduction to Microbiology
- Scope and History of Microbiology
- Bacterial classification
- Branches of microbiology
- History and applications of Microbiology
Requirements
- Interest in Biology or Life sciences
Description
Microbiology is a fascinating field of study that deals with the study of microorganisms, their diversity, structure, functions, and interactions with other living organisms. This course provides an excellent overview of microbiology, emphasizing the scope and history of the field.
The first section of the course provides an introduction to microbiology, describing the different types of microorganisms, their classification, and their position in the hierarchy of classification. The section further gives a brief description of bacterial classification, including the differences between gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
In the second section of the course, the learners will explore various milestones in the history of microbiology. The section discusses the significant discoveries, innovations, and contributions of scientists in the field of microbiology. The course provides a detailed account of some of the techniques developed in microbiology.
This course is ideal for anyone interested in life sciences and is considering pursuing a career in microbiology, biotechnology, molecular biology, pharmacy, or medicine. The course is designed to provide a solid foundation in microbiology, which is essential for advanced studies in the field. The course is backed with interactive quizzes, practical examples, and case studies to enhance the learners' understanding of the concepts. Upon completion of the course, the learners will have gained a comprehensive understanding of microbiology, its history, scope, and applications.
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Who this course is for:
- Any person interested in Biology or Life sciences
- Graduate and undergraduate students of Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology and Pharmacy
Instructor
I am Dr. Vanishree Rupanagudi, a passionate teacher. I have got a teaching experience of 18 years in online, offline and flip class mode teaching. I have taught various curricula for high school, intermediate, undergraduate and post graduate students. I am also a consultant for research students. I have been recognized as an outstanding teacher throughout my career and this made me to expand my teaching to many students taking online classes.