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Course module: NWI-BM069
NWI-BM069
Microbiology Introduction
Course infoSchedule
Course moduleNWI-BM069
Credits (ECTS)3
CategoryMA (Master)
Language of instructionEnglish
Offered byRadboud University; Faculty of Science; BioWetenschappen;
Lecturer(s)
Coordinator
dr. C.U. Welte
Other course modules lecturer
Lecturer
dr. C.U. Welte
Other course modules lecturer
Contactperson for the course
dr. C.U. Welte
Other course modules lecturer
Academic year2017
Period
KW1  (04/09/2017 to 12/11/2017)
Starting block
KW1
Course mode
full-time
Remarks-
Registration using OSIRISYes
Course open to students from other facultiesYes
Pre-registrationNo
Waiting listNo
Placement procedure-
Aims

At the end of the course:

  • you will compile a personal and educational development plan based on the analysis of your interests, strengths and development areas in the context of the microbiology master’s specialization
  • you are able to employ basic scientific skills on MSc level effectively, such as writing, time management, communication and presenting used in research internships
  • you are able to explain how major breakthroughs in microbiology have led to the progression of this scientific field in order to evaluate the current trends in microbial research
  • you are able to analyze and understand (meta)genome data with CLCbio and online tools in order to conduct a genomics-centered research internship
Content
This course will introduce you to the MSc Biology specialization Microbiology and will provide you with the necessary background information and skills to follow the mandatory courses and the research internships. You will get acquainted with the history of microbiology in the Netherlands and around the world and visit the microbiology museum Micropia. You will learn how to manage your time and get things done, how to present your scientific work in oral presentations and scientific papers, and how to communicate in an intercultural environment.
Furthermore, you will receive information on the possible location of the internships, reflect on your ambitions and capabilities and compose a study plan. You will also receive a basic course in (meta)genomics and will visit a company which may help you to define your future plans in the labor market. 
Literature
No specific literature
Teaching formats

• 16 hours guided individual project work
• 8 hours excursion
• 14 hours lecture
• 16 hours problem session
• 30 hours individual study period
Test information
• Attendance of all course components
• Composure of a portfolio
• Short presentation on Micropia visit
Instructional modes
Course
Attendance MandatoryYes

Lecture
Attendance MandatoryYes

Project
Attendance MandatoryYes

Tutorial
Attendance MandatoryYes

Zelfstudie

Tests
Tentamen
Test weight1
OpportunitiesBlock KW1, Block KW2

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