Sanitary microbiology Field of study: Biotechnology
Programme code: W2-S2BT19.2022

Module name: Sanitary microbiology
Module code: 2BT_30A
Programme code: W2-S2BT19.2022
Semester:
  • winter semester 2025/2026
  • winter semester 2024/2025
  • winter semester 2023/2024
  • winter semester 2022/2023
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 2
Description:
The course presents a variety of methods of microbiological control of the environment for sanitary purposes. Occurrence of pathogenic bacteria in water, air and soil. It provides the knowledge of indicators of sanitary water pollution, carrying out surface contamination, clothing and equipment control. The course gives knowledge about cleanliness control in production plants, the HACCP system and sanitary zones as well as methods of preventive and repair activities
Prerequisites:
Basic knowledge of microbiology, chemistry and biochemistry
Key reading:
according to the Syllabus
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
Student describes and understands the need for microbiological control of the environment for sanitary purposes [2BT_30_1]
 2BT_W02_P [5/5]
Student has in-depth knowledge of methods of conducting preventive and repair activities [2BT_30_2]
 2BT_W02_P [5/5]
Student demonstrates knowledge of modern techniques for controlling sterilization processes [2BT_30_3]
 2BT_W04_P [5/5]
Student tests the control of disinfectants (introduced for use in laboratories) against microorganisms using the acquired knowledge [2BT_30_4]
 2BT_W09_P [5/5]
Student uses advanced research techniques to conduct research related to sanitary cleanliness control and effective disinfectants [2BT_30_5]
 2BT_W09_P [5/5]
Student uses the knowledge gained during lectures and laboratory classes in the field of sanitary microbiology for the proper and correct interpretation of the results obtained in research. Creates correct documentation of tests carried out in accordance with the requirements set out in the Standards issued by PKN [2BT_30_6]
 2BT_U01_P [5/5]
Student systematically updates and completes knowledge of the latest developments in the field of sanitary microbiology. The student is able to properly assess its practical application [2BT_30_7]
 2BT_U01_P [5/5]
Student responsibly evaluates the risks arising from the use of research techniques and observes the conditions of safe work in specialist laboratories [2BT_30_8]
 2BT_K02_P [5/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
Coursework [2BT_30_w_1]
according to the Syllabus
 2BT_30_1 2BT_30_2 2BT_30_3 2BT_30_4 2BT_30_5 2BT_30_6 2BT_30_7 2BT_30_8
Form of teaching Student's own work Assessment of the learning outcomes
Type Description (including teaching methods) Number of hours Description Number of hours
lecture [2BT_30_fs_1]
Lectures on selected topics with audiovisual means - computer presentations illustrating the issues discussed.
 10
Working with textbooks and supplementary literature and generally available supplementary sources of electronic information.
 15 Coursework [2BT_30_w_1]
laboratory classes [2BT_30_fs_2]
Independent and cooperative work under the supervision of lecturer - perform experiments according to the instructions given to students, analysis of the results
 20
Acquiring knowledge from lectures and textbooks, drawn up notes and drawings from observation of microscopic preparations, an explanation of the results from the microbial analyzes.
 5 Coursework [2BT_30_w_1]
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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