Studying at the University of Verona

Here you can find information on the organisational aspects of the Programme, lecture timetables, learning activities and useful contact details for your time at the University, from enrolment to graduation.

The Study Plan includes all modules, teaching and learning activities that each student will need to undertake during their time at the University.
Please select your Study Plan based on your enrollment year.

Legend | Type of training activity (TTA)

TAF (Type of Educational Activity) All courses and activities are classified into different types of educational activities, indicated by a letter.




S Placements in companies, public or private institutions and professional associations

Teaching code

4S007272

Credits

1

Language

Italian

Scientific Disciplinary Sector (SSD)

MED/07 - MICROBIOLOGY AND CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY

Period

1 SEMESTRE PROFESSIONI SANITARIE dal Oct 1, 2021 al Dec 23, 2021.

To show the organization of the course that includes this module, follow this link:  Course organization

Learning outcomes

Basic concepts of the world of microorganisms. Major differences among bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa and their role as agents of infectious diseases. Characteristics of the various microorganisms and their structures

Program

Aims of microbiology. Classification of microorganisms in the world of the living.
Structure and characteristics of fungi and protozoa.
The architecture of the bacterial cell: differences between gram positive and gram negative bacteria.
Pathogenicity and virulence of the bacteria. Bacteria pathogens conventional and opportunists bacteria
Mechanisms of pathogenic bacteria: exotoxins and endotoxin bacterial
Bacteria of clinical interest: streptococci, staphylococci, enterobacteri, neisserie. Batteria anaerobe obligate and spore-forming (clostridia)
Virus: architecture, classification and mechanisms of replication.
Mechanisms of pathogenic viruses. infections localized, generalized, silent, persistent, slow, latent.
The Herpesviruses: HSV-1/2, VZV, EBV, CMV.
The Retrovirus: HIV1 and 2
Virus causes of hepatitis: HAV, HBV, HCV, HDV.
Polioviruses
Viruses that cause respiratory diseases; Orthomyxovirus and Coronavirus

Bibliography

Visualizza la bibliografia con Leganto, strumento che il Sistema Bibliotecario mette a disposizione per recuperare i testi in programma d'esame in modo semplice e innovativo.

Examination Methods

Written: 10 multiple choice questions + 1 open question

Students with disabilities or specific learning disorders (SLD), who intend to request the adaptation of the exam, must follow the instructions given HERE