Microbiology Lab
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This lab-only course is designed as a standalone addition to StraighterLine’s Microbiology course. Students will complete at-home laboratory experiments, track and record results, answer lab-based questions reflected in graded lab reports, and complete lab-based assessments to meet the lab requirement. The labs are provided by eScience Labs, a leading provider of at-home lab kits and online lab instructional materials and resources.
Course Objectives
describe the various types of microorganisms
quantify the number of microorganisms in a given sample
use proper technique to culture bacteria
explain the techniques used to control microbial growth
discuss how microbes are used in food production
describe how different types of media can be used to select for specific microorganisms
explain the various nutrient sources used by microbes
discuss the ecological factors involved in microbial growth
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