Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• Understand, describe, analyse and prioritise biological phenomena
• Understand basic scientific knowledge and be able to use it
• Problem-solve
• Understand the expression of biological realities in absolute or relative terms, the orders of magnitude, proportions and probability
• Understand and use different graphical representations of numerical values and their relationships
• Understand the chronology of a phenomenon and master the time scales and their representations
• Control the molecular, morphological and functional approaches of normal and pathological conditions
• Understand experimental protocols in the biomedical domain
• Integrate concepts from different approaches/disciplines in a complex biomedical problem
• Explain how molecular, morphological and functional modifications constitute pathological states and vice versa
• Develop reasoning skills
• Work with efficiency / accuracy / precision
• Develop critical thinking, test and monitor conclusions understanding the domain of validity, and explore alternative hypotheses
• Demonstrate developed interpersonal skills
• Work in a team
• Share knowledge and information
• Manage resources
• Manage time
• Manage their studies
• Self-assess and give feedback

Learning Outcomes of UE

At the end of the training course, students will master practical aspects of the knowledge learned during the courses of microbiology and toxicology. The students will have the opportunity to meet some experts of this field in their own workplace, which will allow them to evaluate concretely their professional choice for a future career development plan.

Content of UE

Basic techniques in microbiology (isolation, culture and identification (lawn characteristics (colour, texture, growth pattern, etc.) gram-staining, microscopic examination, metabolic requirement "footprints"), sensitivity test, characterisation of the genome (PCR)); use of different techniques (spectrometry, chromatography, ...) in the search and identification of toxic compounds (heavy metals, solvents, ...) in human and environmental samples.

Prior Experience

Microbiology, Toxicology

Type of Assessment for UE in Q1

• N/A

Q1 UE Assessment Comments

Not applicable

Type of Assessment for UE in Q2

• Practical test

Q2 UE Assessment Comments

Based on a continuous evaluation and/or an activity report.

Type of Assessment for UE in Q3

• N/A

Q3 UE Assessment Comments

Not applicable

Type of Resit Assessment for UE in Q1 (BAB1)

• N/A

Q1 UE Resit Assessment Comments (BAB1)

Not applicable