General Microbiology

At the end of the course, students should be able to: 1. explain the history and scope of Microbiology; 2. describe the morphology and cell structure of the different microbes; 3. identify the ecology of different microbes; and 4. demonstrate the knowledge of the prevention and control of Microbial diseases.

History and scope of microbiology. The general characteristics of microorganisms. Prokaryotic and eukaryotic microorganisms. Bacterial morphology and cell structure. Growth and Reproduction of microorganisms. Microbial metabolism, antimicrobial agents. Systematic classification of bacteria, fungi, viruses, algae and protozoa. Microbial ecology, Microbial growth and identification, Prevention and Control of microbial diseases, microbes in relation to environment agriculture and industries and many others.