Laboratory Methods for Infectious Diseases Prevention

The aim of the course "Laboratory Methods Applied to the Prevention of Infectious Diseases" is to enable students to develop knowledge and understanding of the laboratory techniques most commonly used in bacteriology, virology, and immunology to prevent the spread of infectious diseases in animals.

1. Knowledge and understanding: by the end of the course, the student will be expected to demonstrate knowledge of the theoretical principles and methodological procedures most commonly used to diagnose and prevent the spread of infectious diseases in animals, including fundamental biosafety regulations.
2. Applying knowledge and understanding: the student will be expected to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the key concepts needed to identify the most appropriate methods to apply in different cases requiring the diagnosis of specific microorganisms and the control of their spread. In addition, the student should demonstrate the ability to perform the laboratory tests covered in the course.
3. Making judgments: he student will be expected to demonstrate the ability to critically discuss and evaluate the knowledge acquired. To this end, specific practical classes on the techniques covered in the course, as well as group laboratory work, are included.
4. Communication: the student will be expected to demonstrate the ability to communicate using scientifically appropriate terminology, particularly in the fields of microbiology and immunology. The practical sessions are designed to foster the ability to correctly plan and carry out laboratory methods, as well as to scientifically discuss the results obtained with peers.
5. Lifelong learning skills: the student is expected to demonstrate the ability to apply the acquired knowledge to interpret new results, utilizing available information sources and effective mental organization.