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.

Study Plan

A.A. 2025/2026 A.A. 2024/2025 A.A. 2023/2024 A.A. 2022/2023 A.A. 2021/2022 A.A. 2020/2021 A.A. 2019/2020 A.A. 2018/2019 A.A. 2017/2018 A.A. 2014/2015 A.A. 2013/2014

This information is intended exclusively for students already enrolled in this course.
If you are a new student interested in enrolling, you can find information about the course of study on the course page:

Bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene - Enrollment from 2026/2027

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.

1° Year

ModulesCreditsTAFSSD
4
A
BIO/10 ,BIO/13
7
A
BIO/09 ,BIO/16 ,BIO/17
9
A/B
MED/28 ,MED/50 ,M-PSI/01
6
A/B
MED/04 ,MED/28 ,MED/36
5
B
MED/12 ,MED/50
7
A/B
MED/07 ,MED/17 ,MED/42 ,MED/44 ,MED/45
2
F
INF/01
3
E/F
L-LIN/12
1
F
MED/50
13
B
MED/50

2° Year  activated in the A.Y. 2024/2025

ModulesCreditsTAFSSD
4
B
MED/28 ,MED/50
5
A/B
BIO/14 ,MED/41 ,MED/45
7
B/C
MED/28 ,MED/38 ,MED/50 ,M-PSI/04
3
B/C
MED/28 ,MED/29
3
A/B
FIS/07 ,MED/28
11
B
MED/28 ,MED/50
1
F
MED/50
23
B
MED/50

3° Year  activated in the A.Y. 2025/2026

ModulesCreditsTAFSSD
5
A/B
IUS/07 ,MED/42 ,SPS/07
11
B
MED/28 ,MED/50
5
A/B
ING-INF/05 ,MED/01 ,MED/50
4
B
MED/43 ,MED/50
3
F
-
6
D
-
1
F
MED/50
24
B
MED/50
Final exam
7
E
-
activated in the A.Y. 2024/2025
ModulesCreditsTAFSSD
4
B
MED/28 ,MED/50
5
A/B
BIO/14 ,MED/41 ,MED/45
7
B/C
MED/28 ,MED/38 ,MED/50 ,M-PSI/04
3
B/C
MED/28 ,MED/29
3
A/B
FIS/07 ,MED/28
11
B
MED/28 ,MED/50
1
F
MED/50
23
B
MED/50
activated in the A.Y. 2025/2026
ModulesCreditsTAFSSD
5
A/B
IUS/07 ,MED/42 ,SPS/07
11
B
MED/28 ,MED/50
5
A/B
ING-INF/05 ,MED/01 ,MED/50
4
B
MED/43 ,MED/50
3
F
-
6
D
-
1
F
MED/50
24
B
MED/50
Final exam
7
E
-

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.

A Basic activities
B Characterizing activities
C Related or complementary activities
D Activities to be chosen by the student
E Final examination
F Other training activities
S Placements in companies, public or private institutions and professional associations

Health and safety promotion - MICROBIOLOGIA CLINICA  (2023/2024)

Teaching code

4S000035

Teacher

Caterina Signoretto

Credits

2

Language

Italian

Scientific Disciplinary Sector (SSD)

MED/07 - MICROBIOLOGY AND CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY

Period

Lezioni CLID VR - 2 SEMESTRE dal Jan 8, 2024 al Sep 30, 2024.

Courses Single

Not Authorized

Lessons timetable MoodleMoodle Seminars 0

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

Program

Goals of microbiology. Classification of microorganisms in the world of living things. Bacterial cell structure: difference between gram positive and gram negative bacteria. Viruses: architecture and classification.
The mechanisms of virus replication.
Fungi and protozoa: outline.
Pathogenicity and virulence of bacteria. Conventional pathogens and conditional pathogens.
Mechanisms of the pathogenic action of bacteria: exotoxins and bacterial endotoxin.
Mechanisms of the pathogenic action of viruses.
Virus infection localized, generalized, silent, persistent, latent infections. Virus slow infections.
Antibiotics: definitions. Mechanism of action and classification of the main antibacterial antibiotics. Antibiotic resistance and its implications in the medical field. Notes on antifungals and antivirals.
Bacteria of medical interest: gram positive bacteria (Streptococci, Staphylococci); gram negative bacteria (Neisserie, Enterobacteria). Obligate anaerobic bacteria. Medical virology: Herpesvirus (HSV1/2, VZV, EBV, CMV), Adenovirus, Virus causing respiratory infections: Orthomyxovirus (influenza A and B) and Coronavirus. Viruses causing major hepatitis: HAV, HBV, HCV, HDV, HEV. Retroviruses: HIV1 and 2 and AIDS.
Oral Microbiology
The ecology of the oral cavity. chemical-physical factors that influence the equilibrium of the oral microflora.
The bacteria aggregation and bacteria food chains.
The oral microbiota.
Dental plaque: chemical and microbiological composition
Tooth decay: multifactorial process. The Stephan experiments.
Mechanisms of pathogenic of Streptococcus mutans in caries process. Strategies for prevention of dental caries.
Periodontal diseases (gingivitis and periodontitis): role of oral microflora.
Classification of bacteria according Socransky.
Etiologic agents of periodontal disease. Mechanisms of pathogenic periodontal bacteria.
Dental abscess and infection to the buccal annexed: mechanisms and etiological agents.
Fungal infections in the oral cavity

Bibliography

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Didactic methods

Lessons in the classroom with the aid of power point presentations

Learning assessment procedures

Written exam: 16 multiple-choice questions (1.5 points for each correct answer) + 2 open-ended questions (from 0 to 3 points for each answer)

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

Evaluation criteria

Multiple choice question: 1.5 points for each correct answer) Open questions: from 0 to 3 points for each answer.
The final value will be the sum of the scores obtained in the various answers.

Exam language

Italiana