Cost

Outcomes

Outcome 1

You will be introduced to microbiological techniques.  The lectures/tutorials for this outcome will focus on:

• Preparation for microbiological work;
• Aseptic techniques;
• Preparation and sterilisation of media;
• Use of autoclave for sterilisation;
• Sub-culturing, slide preparation and staining;
• Treatment of spillages and disposal;
• Identifying micro-organisms using smears and Gram’s stain.

Outcome 2

In this outcome you will be introduced to the methods for disinfection and sterilisation of microbes.  You will also learn how to:

• Prepare media;
• Perform sub-culturing techniques and keep records;
• Identify microbial samples using smear techniques and the Gram’s stain test; use chemical disinfectants;
• Autoclave;
• Treat spillages and dispose of waste.

Programme

Day 1

Introduction

Risks and the need for good working practices

Preparation for microbiological work

Aseptic Techniques

Preparation and sterilisation of media

Use of Autoclave

Sub Culturing

Day 2

Spills

Sterilisation and disinfection

Slide preparation and staining

Treatment of spillages and disposal

Day 3

Media Prep assessed practical

Subculturing assessed practical

Smear and prep gram’s stain assessed practical

Written Assessment

Close and Plenary