About the Module

The module aims towards understanding of Bacterial Identification Methods and Antimicrobial Susceptibility methods in microbiology.

Module Learning Outcomes

At the end of module students will

• LO1: Be able to recall classification of bacteria
• LO2: Differentiate Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria microscopic features
• LO3: Comprehend biochemical tests
• LO4: Explain Antimicrobial susceptibility testing methods
• LO5: Review automated AST systems
• LO6: Understand newer AST techniques

Module Contents

• Classification of bacteria
• Microscopy
• Biochemical tests
• Culture reading
• Antimicrobial susceptibility testing
• MALDI TOF
• Automated systems
• Genotypic methods
• Emerging AST methods