Microscopic techniques in animal research Field of study: Biology
Programme code: W2-S1BI19.2020

Module name: Microscopic techniques in animal research
Module code: 1BL_67a
Programme code: W2-S1BI19.2020
Semester: summer semester 2022/2023
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Description:
The course provides specialist knowledge about the classification of methods of animal tissue analysis (bright field and fluorescence microscopy, transmission and scanning electron microscopy) and classifies the methods of animal tissue analysis. It introduces the basic terms and definitions related to histological analysis, as well as the construction and basic principles of operation of the equipment used in the histological laboratory and laboratories of microscopic techniques. The course familiarizes the student with the differences in the preparation of various animal tissues for histological analysis, and also teaches identification of the examined structures in the analyzed biological material using an appropriate microscope (light, fluorescence microscopy, transmission electron microscopy). The student will become acquainted with the work of the fluorescence microscope as well as a transmission and scanning electron microscope. The student's own work is the current preparation for the practical part of the laboratory. Preparation for discussion and to pass the course.
Prerequisites:
Knowledge of zoology, cell biology and histology.
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]
Defines and uses the terms concerning microscopic techniques. [1BL_67_1]
 1BL_W02_P [5/5] 1BL_W06_P [5/5]
Identifies the basic micoscopic techniques and techniques of animal tissue analysis. [1BL_67_2]
 1BL_W06_P [4/5] 1BL_U01_P [4/5]
Characterizes different methods of tissue analysis using light, fluorescence and transmission electron microscopy. [1BL_67_3]
 1BL_W06_P [3/5] 1BL_U01_P [3/5]
Uses the basic microscopic techniques and techniques of animal tissue analysis under supervision of academic staff. [1BL_67_4]
 1BL_W06_P [3/5] 1BL_U01_P [3/5] 1BL_U03_P [3/5]
Carries out microscopic analysis of the specimens. [1BL_67_5]
 1BL_U01_P [4/5] 1BL_U04_P [4/5] 1BL_U06_P [4/5]
Formulates opinions and conclusions resulting from work in the histological and microscopy laboratories. [1BL_67_6]
 1BL_U02_P [4/5] 1BL_U06_P [4/5] 1BL_K01_P [4/5]
Discusses the possibility of using the microscopic and histological techniques in biotechnology and related fields. [1BL_67_7]
 1BL_K01_P [4/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
zaliczenie na ocenę [1BL_67_w_1]
according to the rules set out in the syllabus
 1BL_67_1 1BL_67_2 1BL_67_3 1BL_67_4 1BL_67_5 1BL_67_6 1BL_67_7
Form of teaching Student's own work Assessment of the learning outcomes
Type Description (including teaching methods) Number of hours Description Number of hours
laboratory classes [1BL-67_fs_1]
Work under supervision of teacher – carrying out histological stainings/reactions to analyse animal tissues following carefully a sequence of instruction provided by teacher; microscopical observation of specimens produced during classes (notes, drawings), discussion. Laboratory with the use of bright field, fluorescence microscopy, and transmission and scanning electron microscopy.
 45
Preparation for classes based on literature. Preparation for the colloqium.
 35 zaliczenie na ocenę [1BL_67_w_1]
Attachments
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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