BIO30005 · Swinburne University of Technology
Microbes in the Environment
- Credit points
- 12.5
- Level
- 3
- Workload
- ≈ 13 h / week
- Faculty
- Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
What it covers
This unit of study aims to introduce the fundamental concepts involved in applied microbiology and its importance to health sciences, environmental health and the food processing industry. Students will understand the role and importance of food microbiology in food safety and quality assurance issues and will gain the necessary laboratory skills to undertake final year microbiology-related research projects.
Assessment
| Task | Type | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Examination | Individual | 35% |
| Examination | Individual | 35% |
| Laboratory Report | Individual | 25% |
| Practical Examination | Individual | 25% |
When and where
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | Hawthorn | On campus |