Microbiology

Microbiology – discipline of general biology. It explores the structure of microscopic organisms, vital activities, distribution, diversity, heredity and variability, as well as their importance in nature, agriculture, medicine and practical application in various industries. Science of microbiology contributed to genetics (genetic engineering), biochemistry, molecular biology, biotechnology science development. Microbiology science maintains close ties with the protection of nature and human health. Students will get acquainted with the concept of microbiology, development, will assess biological peculiarities of microorganisms (morphology, physiology, pathogenicity, ecology, the importance of nature and humans).

The aim of the subject: Understand the basic concepts of microbiology, from the perspective of ecology, medicine, industrial production and food industry, as well as the fields of agronomy, master microbiological methods, equipment used in the laboratory.

Knowledge of biology, chemistry, foreign language

1. Development of microbiology. 2. Systematics of microorganisms, classification, nomenclature. International Classification of Bacteria. 3. Prokaryotic cell structure features. Morphology of microorganisms. 4. Eukaryotic cell structure features. 5. Physiology of microorganisms: nutrition, reproduction, respiration, energy metabolism of microorganisms in bacterial cells, metabolism. 6. Growth and cultivation of microorganisms. 7. Effects of environmental factors on microorganisms. 8. Methods for the detection of micro-organisms. 9. Antimicrobials. 10. Soil and air microbiology. 11. Aquatic microbiology. 12. Microorganisms in the human environment. 13. Pathogenic microorganisms. 14. Food-borne micro-organisms. 15. Industrial microbiology and biotechnology.

1. Able to explain the main microbiological processes. 2. Ability to select the right equipment for the production of different products. 3. Is able to apply theoretical knowledge in the processing of microbiological research results 4. Ability to make logical decisions to solve problems.