Biology Techniques For Science Laboratory Technicians
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Biology Techniques For Science Laboratory Technicians is an introductory course unit that introduces the basic Biology concepts, procedures and techniques involved in carrying out basic biological analysis that covers a broad range of parameters including the examination of general structure and function of living organisms, The course is suitable for students beginning a program in Science Laboratory Technology, Applied Biology and Medical Laboratory Technology.
Course Content
Microscopes and Microscopy
MICROSCOPES AND MICROSCOPY
OBJECTIVES
By the end of this topic, the trainee should be able to:
1.Name various types of microscopes.
2.State the function of parts of a microscope.
3.Describe the use of compound light microscopes describe care and maintenance of compound microscopes.
4.Describe preparation of microscope slides
The Cell
OBJECTIVES
By the end of this topic, the trainee should be able to:
1.Define and explain meaning of terms.
2.State types of cells.
3.Describe the cell structure under the light microscope.
4.State the functions of cell organelles.
5.Describe the process of mitosis and meiosis.
6.Describe physiological processes of cells.
7.describe the techniques of cell isolation.
8.Describe the procedure of temporary cell preparation.
Microorganisms
OBJECTIVES
By the end of this topic , the trainee should be able to:
1.Classify the major groups of microorganisms.
2.State the general characteristics of each group.
3.Explain their mode of nutrition and reproduction.
4.Describe culture media.
5.Describe culturing techniques for bacteria.
6.Describe methods for determining bacteria population.
7.Describe sterilization and disinfection techniques.
Chemicals of Life
THE CHEMICALS OF LIFE
OBJECTIVES
By the end of this topic, the trainee should be able to:
1.Explain meaning of terms.
2.Describe chemical substances found in living organisms.
3.Describe the functions of substances found in living organisms.
4.Describe enzymes.
5.Carry out food tests.
Immunological Techniques
OBJECTIVES
By the end of this topic, the trainee should be able to:
1.Define terms.
2.Describe types of immunity.
3.Describe types of immune cells.
4.Describe the lymphoid organs and tissues.
5.Describe serological and immunological techniques.
Herbarium Techniques
OBJECTIVES
By the end of this topic , the trainee should be able to:
1.Explain terms
2.Describe importance of collecting and preserving herbarium specimens
3.Describe sources of herbarium specimens
4.Describe collection of herbarium specimens
5.Describe preservation of herbarium specimens
6.Describe display of herbarium specimens
Museum Techniques
OBJECTIVES
By the end of this topic, the trainee should be able to:
1.Explain terms.
2.Describe importance of collecting and preserving museum specimens.
3.Describe sources of museum specimens.
4.Describe collection of museum specimens.
5.Describe preservation of museum specimens.
6.Describe display of museum specimens
Vivarium Techniques
OBJECTIVES
By the end of this topic, the trainee should be able to:
1.Explain terms.
2.Describe importance of vivarium.
3.Describe essential features of a vivarium.
4.Describe construction of a vivarium.
5.Describe maintenance of a vivarium.
Aquarium Techniques
OBJECTIVES
By the end of this topic, the trainee should be able to:
1.Explain terms.
2.Describe importance of aquariums.
3.Describe essential features of an aquarium tank.
4.Describe construction of an aquarium tank.
5.Describe maintenance of an aquarium tank.
Laboratory Animals
OBJECTIVES
The objective of this chapter is to give a better understanding of the technical requirements regarding handling, care and maintained of various laboratory animals
In this chapter, we will;
1. Identify the various types of laboratory animals.
2.Discuss the general care and handling of laboratory animals.
3. Describe the various methods of restraining and humane killing laboratory animals
4.Discuss care of specific disease free (SPF)and Gnotobiotic animals
Introduction to Ecology
OBJECTIVE
By the end of this module, the trainee should be able to:
1.Explain terms.
2.Describe biotic and abiotic factors.
3.Explain adaptation of organisms to terrestrial and aquatic environment.
4.Describe the energy flow in ecosystem.
5.Explain estimation of population in ecosystem.
6.Describe influence of human activities on environment.
7.Describe basic biogeochemical cycles.
Plant Anatomy and Physiology
OBJECTIVES
By the end of this topic, the trainee should be able to:
1.Describe of plant parts and tissues.
2.Describe functions of various plant tissues.
3.Describe processes in plants .
Animal Anatomy and Physiology
OBJECTIVES
By the end of this topic, the trainee should be able to:
1.Describe of animal parts and tissues.
2.Describe functions of various animal tissues and organs.
3.Describe physiological processes in animals .
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