MICRO-CREDENTIAL IN CULTURING MICROBES: ESSENTIAL TECHNIQUES

About this Module

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  • Approx. 20 hours to complete

What you will learn

This MC introduces the fundamental techniques employed in culturing microorganisms within laboratory settings. Learners will gain hands-on experience and theoretical knowledge essential for successful microbial cultivation.

What skills you will gain

Aseptic techniques Cultivation techniques

Total contents and assessments

8 topics, 3 lab based and 3 home-based practical assessment, 3 quizzes and 8 activities

Module Details

CLUSTER : Lifelong Learning ( LL )
MODE/DURATION : Flexible
LENGTH : 8 days
EFFORT : 3
LEVEL : Beginner
LANGUAGE : English
CERTIFICATE : Yes
CPD POINT : 0
PRICE : Free

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 Syllabus

1.1 Overview of microbiology culturing
1.2 Importance of culturing techniques in microbiology studies

2.1 Types of culture media: agar, broth, selective media, differential media
2.2 Components and preparation of different types of media

3.1 Principles and methods of sterilization
3.2 Aseptic procedures: handling cultures, using a Bunsen burner, working in a laminar flow hood

4.1 Methods of inoculation: streaking, spreading, pour plate method.
4.2 Subculturing techniques: transferring cultures to fresh media
4.3 Purpose and technique behind each method

5.1 Incubation conditions: temperature, pH, and atmosphere requirements
5.2 Optimal growth conditions for various microorganisms

6.1 Importance of obtaining pure cultures
6.2 Techniques for isolation and purification of cultures
6.3 Storage methods: refrigeration, freezing, lyophilization

7.1 Common issues in culturing: contamination, failed growth, etc.
7.2 Quality control measures to maintain culture purity

8.1 Safety protocols in handling cultures
8.2 Biohazard management and waste disposal in the laboratory

Our Instructor

DR. SURAYA BINTI SULAIMAN

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UiTM Kampus Bertam 4.3 (average sufo) instructor rating 28 course(s)

WAN NORDINI HASNOR BINTI WAN ISMAIL

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UiTM Kampus Bertam 4.3 (average sufo) instructor rating 20 course(s)

DR. NURSYUHADAH BINTI OTHMAN

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UiTM Kampus Bertam 4.3 (average sufo) instructor rating 20 course(s)

DR. MOHD IZANI BIN OTHMAN

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UiTM Kampus Bertam 4.3 (average sufo) instructor rating 22 course(s)

DR. MOHD NADZRI BIN MOHD NAJIB

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UiTM Kampus Bertam 4.3 (average sufo) instructor rating 17 course(s)
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