Module Outline
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Environmental Microbiology
Environmental Microbiology
Module
National Code
AAA726
AAA726
State Code
55093
55093
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
010911 - Microbiology
Nominal Hours
50
Description
To examine the role of microorganisms in the environment, especially those
found in soil and aquatic systems or transmitted through the air.
found in soil and aquatic systems or transmitted through the air.
Range of Variables
This module could be delivered on or off-the-job. Where delivery is
off-the-job, steps should be taken to simulate conditions and standards of a
working microbiology laboratory.
This module has a significant practical component.
All delivery strategies must ensure integration of theoretical and practical
work. Learning activities will be structured to promote teamwork and will
require organisation of the tasks for maximum effectiveness of work time.
Bacterial species used in this module are not to be outside those that occur in
Risk Group 1 and 2 of the Australian Standard 2243.3 and should cover a range
of species reflecting those encountered in human, animal, plant, industrial,
soil and water microbiology. Registration by the Australian Quarantine
Inspection Service (AQIS) will be required by those providers using any
imported materials.
In this module, learners will need to demonstra
off-the-job, steps should be taken to simulate conditions and standards of a
working microbiology laboratory.
This module has a significant practical component.
All delivery strategies must ensure integration of theoretical and practical
work. Learning activities will be structured to promote teamwork and will
require organisation of the tasks for maximum effectiveness of work time.
Bacterial species used in this module are not to be outside those that occur in
Risk Group 1 and 2 of the Australian Standard 2243.3 and should cover a range
of species reflecting those encountered in human, animal, plant, industrial,
soil and water microbiology. Registration by the Australian Quarantine
Inspection Service (AQIS) will be required by those providers using any
imported materials.
In this module, learners will need to demonstra
Evidence Guide
Written assignments
Team exercises
Practical reports
Research project
Written test
Written assignments
Practical work (observation)
Logbook
Practical reports
Research project
Written test.
Team exercises
Practical reports
Research project
Written test
Written assignments
Practical work (observation)
Logbook
Practical reports
Research project
Written test.
Elements and Performance Criteria
No information
No information
Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9612 | 5966 | Diploma of Technology (Applied Science) | Accredited course |