Basics of aquatic microbiology Field of study: Aquamatics - Interdisciplinary Management of Water Environments
Programme code: W2-S1AQ20.2023

Module name: Basics of aquatic microbiology
Module code: W2-AQ-S1-017
Programme code: W2-S1AQ20.2023
Semester:
  • summer semester 2024/2025
  • summer semester 2023/2024
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 5
Purpose and description of the content of education:
Learning outcomes in the field of water microbiology implemented during lectures and laboratory classes are related to the basic knowledge, the acquisition of which allows for basic work with microorganisms. An analysis and assessment of the importance of interactions between the environment and microorganisms of the hydrosphere is undertaken, also in the context of anthropopressure, as well as ways of possible remediation of polluted waters. Of particular importance in education in the field of water microbiology is the acquisition of practical knowledge and skills consisting in recognizing the basic morphological forms of bacteria, developing manual skills in the preparation of microscopic preparations as well as performing microbiological cultures, cultivating microorganisms as well as reading and interpreting the results obtained. Both lectures and laboratory classes are aimed at acquiring knowledge, skills and social competences in the field of basic microbiology in the context of the aquatic environment.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): Basics of hydrobiology [W2-AQ-S1-008]
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]
Knows the basics of the structure of cell elements and the morphology of bacteria. Can identify the morphological forms of microorganisms. [W2-AQ-S1-017​ _1]
 AQ1_W01 [4/5] AQ1_U03 [4/5]
Knows the basic methods of staining microorganisms as well as the basic principles of microscopic observation. Can independently prepare stained slides and perform microscopic observation to identify morphological forms. [W2-AQ-S1-017​ _2]
 AQ1_W01 [4/5] AQ1_U03 [4/5]
Knows the basic principles of working with microbiological material and basic microbiological substrates. Is able to choose a microbiological medium for the intended purpose of culture and maintain sterile conditions when working with microorganisms. [W2-AQ-S1-017​ _3]
 AQ1_W01 [4/5] AQ1_U01 [4/5]
Knows the basics of bacterial metabolism and the basic microbiological processes of surface and underground waters. He can determine the role of microorganisms and appropriate physiological groups in shaping the hydrosphere and determine the relationship between microbial groups and the bacterial metabolism. [W2-AQ-S1-017​ _4]
 AQ1_W02 [3/5] AQ1_U02 [3/5] AQ1_U03 [3/5]
Knows the basic issues related to the monitoring of the sanitary condition of water. Can perform basic microbiological analysis and isolate microorganisms with markers and those with specific ones properties, make observations and draw practical conclusions based on them. [W2-AQ-S1-017​ _5]
 AQ1_U01 [2/5] AQ1_U02 [2/5] AQ1_U04 [2/5] AQ1_W03 [2/5]
Knows the basic methods of assessing the biodiversity of aquatic microorganisms Can assess the role of microorganisms in the process of maintaining biological balance in aquatic ecosystems. [W2-AQ-S1-017​ _6]
 AQ1_W04 [2/5] AQ1_W05 [2/5] AQ1_U01 [2/5] AQ1_U02 [2/5] AQ1_U03 [2/5] AQ1_K02 [2/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [W2-AQ-S1 _017​_fs​_1] 15 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Description [a03] 
Problem-based lecture [b01]  		exam W2-AQ-S1-017​ _1 W2-AQ-S1-017​ _2 W2-AQ-S1-017​ _3 W2-AQ-S1-017​ _4 W2-AQ-S1-017​ _5 W2-AQ-S1-017​ _6
laboratory classes [W2-AQ-S1 _017​_fs​_2] 30 Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01] 
Observation [e06]  		course work W2-AQ-S1-017​ _1 W2-AQ-S1-017​ _2 W2-AQ-S1-017​ _3 W2-AQ-S1-017​ _4 W2-AQ-S1-017​ _5 W2-AQ-S1-017​ _6
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Production/preparation of tools, materials or documentation necessary for class participation [a05] Preparation for classes
developing, preparing and assessing the usefulness of tools and materials (e.g. aids, scenarios, research tools, equipment, etc.) to be employed in class or as an aid when preparing for classes
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Consulting the schedule [b03] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
getting acquainted with the class schedule, possibly in the presence of the year tutor, in order to optimize participation in classes, including those supplementary to the core subjects listed in the pursued study programme
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
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