Micro-Credential in Microbiology & Microbial Technology
Programme Overview
This course provides profound knowledge of disease processes linking academic knowledge microbial world along with fundamental structural and metabolic characteristics of microorganisms (mainly prokaryotes) and will learn basic techniques for enrichment, selection, isolation, enumeration and identification. It describes How microbiological organism can used in the production of industrial enzymes for the pharmaceutical, chemical industries and for environmental remediation are presented. The course consists of biology of microorganisms with an emphasis on bacteria. The course encompasses microbial structure, function, physiology and growth. The course content is up to date in relation to the healthcare, research laboratories and local hospitals.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of the course participants should be able to:
- Describe the nutrition, laboratory culture and metabolism of microorganisms, microbial growth, prokaryote diversity, eukaryote diversity, microbial growth control and current applications of microorganisms.
- Demonstrate the ability to carry out experiments in Microbiology and Microbial Technology.
- Present orally on topics related to Microbiology and Microbial Technology.
- Prepare assignment using a variety of resource materials.
Course Progression
Credits from this Micro-Credential Programme are transferable to the following full academic programme:
- Master of Biotechnology
Assessments
- Coursework 60%
- Final Examination 40%
Study Plan for Micro-Credential in Microbiology & Microbial Technology
Week 1 | Microorganisms and Microbiology · Introduction to Microbiology · Pathways of discovery in microbiology · Cell structure and evolutionary history · Microbial diversity · Microscopy and cell morphology · Cell membranes and cell walls · Surface structures and inclusions of prokaryotes · Microbial locomotion
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Week 2
| Nutrition, laboratory culture and metabolism of microorganisms · Nutrition and culture of microorganism · Energetics and enzymes · Oxidation-reduction and energy-rich compounds · Major catabolic pathways, electron transport, and the proton motive force · Carbon flow in respiration and catabolic alternatives · Biosynthesis | Lecture, practical
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Week 3
| Microbial growth · Bacterial cell division · Growth of bacterial populations · Measuring microbial growth · Environmental effects on microbial growth: Temperature · Environmental effects on microbial growth :pH, osmolality, and oxygen
| Lecture, practical
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Week 4
| Prokaryotic diversity: The bacteria · The phylogeny of bacteria · Phylum 1: Proteobacteria · Phylum 2 & 3: Gram-positive bacteria and actinobacteria · Phylum 4: Cyanobacteria and Prochlorophytes · Phylum 5: Chlamydia · Phylum 6: Planctomyces/Pirellula · Phylum 7: The Verrucomicrobia · Phylum 8: The Flavobacteria · Phylum 9: The cytophaga group · Phylum 10: Green sulfur bacteria · Phylum 11: The spirochetes · Phylum 12: Deinococci · Phylum 13: The green nonsulfur bacteria · Phylum 14-16: Deeply branching hyperthermophilic bacteria · Phylum 17-18: Nitrospira and Deferribacter
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Week 5
| Prokaryotic diversity: The archaea · Phylogeny and general metabolism · Phylum euryarchaeota · Phylum crenarchaeota · Phylum nanoarchaeota · Evolution at high temperatures
Eukaryotic cell biology and eukaryotic microorganisms · Eukaryotic cell structure/function · Essentials of eukaryotic genetics and molecular biology · Eukaryotic microbial diversity · Phylogeny of the Eukarya -Protozoa -Slime molds -Fungi -Algae
| Lecture, practical
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Week 6
| Microbial growth control · Physical antimicrobial control · Chemical antimicrobial control · Antimicrobial agents used in vivo Control of viruses and eukaryotic pathogens · Antimicrobial drug resistance and drug discovery
| Lecture, practical
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Week 7
| · Microorganisms as tools for industry · Industrial microorganisms and product formation · Major industrial products for the health industry · Major industrial products for the food and beverage industries
| Lecture
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Week 8
| Final Examination | Conclusion Session Awarding of Certificates Presentation by VC or Representative of VC
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Why Micro-Credential in Lincoln University College (LUC), Malaysia?
Micro-credentials in Lincoln University College (LUC), Malaysia offer a flexible, targeted, and accelerated pathway of acquiring industry-relevant skills that meet the demands of today’s evolving job market. Designed for students, professionals, and individuals seeking to upskill or reskill, credentials offer learning experiences and formally recognized certifications, with enhanced employability, and serving as stepping stones to higher qualifications. LUC’s micro-credential programs are supported by strong academic frameworks and offer clear progression pathways into full-fledged degree programs. After completing this Micro-credential course, professionals can use their updated skills to apply for promotions or switch to a different job role.