Details of LS4103 (Autumn 2012)
Level: 4 | Type: Theory | Credits: 3.0 |
Course Code | Course Name | Instructor(s) |
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LS4103 | Microbiology | Punyasloke Bhadury, Rupak Datta |
Syllabus |
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Microbiology
SYLLABUS MICROBIAL PHYSIOLOGY Morphological characteristics and reproduction strategies of various microorganisms like bacteria, fungus, algae, protozoa and virus Microbial metabolism ENVIRONMENTAL MICROBIOLOGY Microbiology of soil Aquatic microbiology Microbiology of domestic and waste water DISEASE MICROBIOLOGY Types of symbiosis and basic concepts of host-pathogen interactions Resistance and susceptibility to infectious diseases Recognition and entry mechanism of pathogens into host cells Immune responses to pathogens Host cell damage and alteration of host cell behaviour by pathogens Nutritional status of the host in determining susceptibility to infectious diseases Viral diseases and virus-induced cell transformation Discussion on pathogenesis of various infectious diseases CONTROL OF MICROORGANISMS Control of microorganisms by physical and chemical agents Antibiotics and targeted therapeutic approaches against pathogens |
References |
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RECOMMENDED TEXT
1. Microbiology by Pelczar et. al. Fifth edition; Tata McGraw Hill. 2. Schaechters Mechanism of Microbial Disease by Engleberg et. al. Fourth edition; Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. 3. Brock Biology of Microorganisms by Madigan et. al. 13th edition; Benjamin Cummings. |
Course Credit Options
Sl. No. | Programme | Semester No | Course Choice |
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1 | IP | 1 | Not Allowed |
2 | IP | 3 | Not Allowed |
3 | MS | 7 | Not Allowed |
4 | RS | 1 | Not Allowed |