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Brent Hospital and Colleges Incorporated: Episcopal Diocese of Southern Philippines
Brent Hospital and Colleges Incorporated: Episcopal Diocese of Southern Philippines
COURSE SYLLABUS
Course Description:
This course is designed to assist students in the study of important microorganisms and parasites.
It explains the physiology and pathogenic properties of bacteria, fungi and viruses as an introduction to
disease causation, their biology, the infections they cause, host response to these infections and their
The laboratory experiences provide specimen collection, handling and processing of specimens
for isolation and identification of microorganisms and parasites involved in the infectious processes.
Course Objectives:
At the end of the course and given simulated/actual situations/conditions, the student will be able to:
1. Apply the concepts and principles of microbiology and parasitology in the care of clients across
2. Utilize principles and techniques in the collection, handling of specimens and identification of
COURSE OUTLINE
LECTURE
Scope of Microbiology
3. Significance of Microbiology
Microorganisms
b. Cellular Micro-organisms
a. Symbiosis
b. Opportunistic Microorganisms
4. Seven Capabilities of a Pathogen
3. Nosocomial Infections
Microbial Control
1. Medical Asepsis
a. Physical Method
b. Chemical Method
2. Surgical Asepsis
3. Standard Precautions
4. Transmission-based Precautions
2. Tuberculosis Outcomes
2. Nervous System
3. Cardiovascular System
4. Respiratory System
5. Digestive System
1. Microscopy
2. Sterilization
3. Aseptic Techniques
7. Simple Staining
8. Gram Staining
9. Antibiotic Sensitivity
Note: 3 hours for lecture and 3 hours for lab every week
References
Modules in Integration of TB-DOTS to the Nursing Curriculum. Philippine Tuberculosis Initiatives for
the Private Sectors (PhiliTIPS). August 2005.
Pelczar, Michael. 1987. Microbiology. McGraw Hill Book Company, New York.
Volk, Wesley A. and M.F. Wheeler. 1988. Basic Microbiology. Harper & Row, Publishers, New York.
Prepared by:
JAMRI A. KALLUN
Course Instructor