General Microbiology, Immunology and Farming Hygiene
A.Y. 2022/2023
Learning objectives
The course (with lectures and practical activities) aims to provide the student with the main notions of general microbiology, immunology and hygiene, treating the main characteristics of the different classes of microorganisms, the main characteristics of the innate and adaptive immune system and the different types of immune response, with diagnostic elements; also providing basic elements of biosecurity, prevention and prophylaxis of the main infectious diseases of domestic animals.
Expected learning outcomes
Knowledge and understanding
At the end of the course, the student must have acquired basic theoretical and practical knowledge regarding the main characteristics of microorganisms, the immune response, the main techniques of microbiological diagnostics and the fundamental rules of biosecurity, prevention and prophylaxis of infectious diseases of domestic animals.
Ability to apply knowledge and understanding
The student with the theoretical and practical knowledge acquired during the course, must be able to know the characteristics of the various microorganisms and their impact on the health and immune status of animals, also evaluating right application of the measures of hygiene and prevention of infectious diseases.
Autonomy of judgment
At the end of the course, the student must be able to recognize the direct and indirect risk factors related to the appearance of an infectious pathology in domestic animals and apply the most appropriate interventions to contain or eliminate it.
Communication skills
On the basis of what has been learned from the course, the student must be able to explain what has been learned in a simple and clear way using correct and appropriate scientific terminology.
At the end of the course, the student must have acquired basic theoretical and practical knowledge regarding the main characteristics of microorganisms, the immune response, the main techniques of microbiological diagnostics and the fundamental rules of biosecurity, prevention and prophylaxis of infectious diseases of domestic animals.
Ability to apply knowledge and understanding
The student with the theoretical and practical knowledge acquired during the course, must be able to know the characteristics of the various microorganisms and their impact on the health and immune status of animals, also evaluating right application of the measures of hygiene and prevention of infectious diseases.
Autonomy of judgment
At the end of the course, the student must be able to recognize the direct and indirect risk factors related to the appearance of an infectious pathology in domestic animals and apply the most appropriate interventions to contain or eliminate it.
Communication skills
On the basis of what has been learned from the course, the student must be able to explain what has been learned in a simple and clear way using correct and appropriate scientific terminology.
Lesson period: First semester
Assessment methods: Esame
Assessment result: voto verbalizzato in trentesimi
Single course
This course cannot be attended as a single course. Please check our list of single courses to find the ones available for enrolment.
Course syllabus and organization
Single session
Responsible
Lesson period
First semester
Course syllabus
Lectures of General Microbiology and Immunology:
General characteristics of bacteria, methods of observation, morphology and structure of bacterial cell, classification
Bacterial cultivation, bacterioscopic examination and staining
Genetics of microorganisms
Pathogenic bacteria
Physical and chemical agents to control microorganisms
Antibiotics e antibiogram
General characteristics of viruses and replicative cycle
Virus-host interaction and diagnostic virology
Classification of viruses
Prions and spongiform encephalopathy
General characteristics of mycetes
Antigens and immunogens
Non-specific and specific immune response
Humoral immunity and cell-mediated immunity
Natural and artificial passive immunity
Local and mucosal immunity
Aging, stress and immune system
Vaccines and vaccinations
Lectures of Farming Hygiene:
Interaction between pathogens, environment and host
Basic concepts of epidemiology of infectious diseases
Basic concept of biosafety
Purpose and methods of application of hygienic control systems
Disinfection techniques and technologies
Reservoir and sources of infection
Basic concepts of control and eradication of infectious diseases in animals
Practical activities of General Microbiology and Immunology:
Organization of microbiology laboratory and instruments
Dilutions
Observation and staining of bacteria and in vitro bacteria growth
Techniques for identification of bacteria
Tissue culture and virus-induced cytopathic effects
General characteristics of bacteria, methods of observation, morphology and structure of bacterial cell, classification
Bacterial cultivation, bacterioscopic examination and staining
Genetics of microorganisms
Pathogenic bacteria
Physical and chemical agents to control microorganisms
Antibiotics e antibiogram
General characteristics of viruses and replicative cycle
Virus-host interaction and diagnostic virology
Classification of viruses
Prions and spongiform encephalopathy
General characteristics of mycetes
Antigens and immunogens
Non-specific and specific immune response
Humoral immunity and cell-mediated immunity
Natural and artificial passive immunity
Local and mucosal immunity
Aging, stress and immune system
Vaccines and vaccinations
Lectures of Farming Hygiene:
Interaction between pathogens, environment and host
Basic concepts of epidemiology of infectious diseases
Basic concept of biosafety
Purpose and methods of application of hygienic control systems
Disinfection techniques and technologies
Reservoir and sources of infection
Basic concepts of control and eradication of infectious diseases in animals
Practical activities of General Microbiology and Immunology:
Organization of microbiology laboratory and instruments
Dilutions
Observation and staining of bacteria and in vitro bacteria growth
Techniques for identification of bacteria
Tissue culture and virus-induced cytopathic effects
Prerequisites for admission
There are no particular prerequisites
Teaching methods
The course includes lectures and laboratory practical activities.
Teaching Resources
Poli G., Dall'Ara P., Martino P.A. (2017): Microbiologia e Immunologia Veterinaria. 3a ed., Edra.
Slides and videolectures are available on Ariel
Slides and videolectures are available on Ariel
Assessment methods and Criteria
The assessment of learning will be verified orally through open and closed questions on the topics of lectures and practical classes.
Parameters of evaluation include correctness of exposition, understanding of the topics, ability to link the topics and property of language.
The grade is expressed in thirtieths and is communicated to the student immediately after the end of the oral examination.
Parameters of evaluation include correctness of exposition, understanding of the topics, ability to link the topics and property of language.
The grade is expressed in thirtieths and is communicated to the student immediately after the end of the oral examination.
VET/05 - INFECTIOUS DISEASES OF DOMESTIC ANIMALS - University credits: 9
Practicals: 16 hours
Lessons: 64 hours
Lessons: 64 hours
Professors:
Lauzi Stefania, Turin Lauretta
Professor(s)
Reception:
every day (with previous appointment by e-mail)
Lodi, Department of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Sciences (DIVAS)
Reception:
Monday 9:00 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Polo Lodi