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MICROBIOLOGY 3
ORIENTATION
AHMCX3A
13 /02/ 2024

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•Congratulations on
successfully
completing
Microbiology 1 and
Microbiology 2
•Welcome to
Microbiology 3
•This semester, we will
concentrate on bacteria
that can afect human
WELCOM
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Kimberly-Clark is recalling about 1,400 cases of Kotex tampons because of plastc tubing
that may be contaminated with bacteria that could cause dangerous infectons.
Massive cheese recall: 93 diferent cheeses might have
dangerous bacteria – here’s the full list
FDA Advises Consumers, Tattoo Artists, and Retailers to Avoid
Using or Selling Certain Tattoo Inks Contaminated with
Microorganisms
145,000 tins of popular baby formula recalled over bacteria
contamination fears.Manufacturer Reckitt has voluntarily recalled two
batches of ProSobee Simply Plant-Based Infant Formula which was
manufactured between August and September 2022 - amid fears of
potential Cronobacter sakazakii contamination.
What an interesting season to study
microbiology!

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TEACHING AND LEARNING PHILOSOPHY

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2024, What’s on the menu?

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Studying the bacterium as a pathogen/infectous agent
Where does it normally stay?
How did it get out of its habitat?
How did it reach the host?
How did it enter the host?
How did it overcome the host’s defense system to cause
disease?
How do we isolate it from the diseased host?
How do we identfy and confrm it?
How do we control the pathogen?
What’s on the menu?

7. Class attendance and
Participation
 Blended learning continues.
 This semester we are going to have more onsite sessions and fewer online sessions 66% face
to face : 33% online.
 Classes will be conducted online using VUTela (Blackboard Collaborate Ultra). Attendance
registers will be taken during online sessions. A student is marked ‘late’ after 15 minutes and
‘absent’ after 30 minutes after the class started.
• Familiarize yourself with the VUTela interface and make sure you can access this module and
its classroom (https://help.blackboard.com/Learn/Student)
• Practical sessions will be held in the F203-Microbiology laboratory.
• The two-hour practical sessions and one-hour follow-up practical sessions are both compulsory.
100% practical attendance is non-negotiable!
• Come to the practical prepared, knowing the objectives of the practical, and direct your queries
to the instructor and not your fellow student,

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Class attendance and Participation
• VUT is not clear on their class attendance policy, however regular attendance (not less than 70%) is
recommended and might be enforced. Attendance register will be regularly signed.
• This semester we will be flipping the classroom more often. This approach has proven to be beneficial
in reinforcing learning. It will be explained in our first/ orientation session.
• Students cannot use consultation hours to catch up on what they missed when they were absent
without a valid reason.
• Punctuality cannot be overemphasized
• English remains the medium of instruction at VUT. Tests, assignments, lab reports and examination
will be in English (sms terminology not accepted) however, multilingualism will be allowed during
class discussions and interaction.
• Assessment feedback will be discussed in class shortly after the assessment is written, however
students are still encouraged to consult for further clarity.

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MONDAY PRACTICAL
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FRIDAY ASSESSMENTS
TIMETABLE

10. Learner guide
The guide can be accessed on VUTela
and no hard copies will be issued.
This Guide serves as an aid during
this course. It contains a unit
overview, learning outcomes,
assessment criteria, and strategies
adopted by the Department.
Please gain access to the prescribed
textbook and additional reading
materials suggested in your guide
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Learning material

11. Assessment
SEMESTER 1-2024
PLEASE NOTE THAT CASS ASSESSMENT IS WITHDRAWN. AS OF THIS SEMESTER,
ACCUMULATION OF THE YEAR MARK AND FINAL EXAMINATION SYSTEM APPLIES
FORMATIVE SUMMATIVE NB
SUBMINIMUM
EXAM MARK
40%
Assess1 Assess 2 Assess 3 Year mark Exam Mark
Weight 33.3% 33.3% 33.4% 50% 50%
Dates 08 MARCH 12 APRIL 1O MAY 17 MAY Exam date to
be announced
How is a fial mark calculated?
Year mark 50%
Final examinaton 50%
Final mark = 100%
What coisttutes subject failure?
Final mark below 50%
Obtaining 40% or less in the examinaton
(even when the fnal mark is above 50%)

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• Start early
• Meditate on your work
• Identfy the best place and the best tme for you to study
Microbiology
• Scan before delving deep
• Jot down as you study- your shorthand/ mindmaps/ drawings
etc
• Take breaks as you study
• Come to class prepared-study beforehand or at least, scan
before coming to class
• Have a study partner or /and study group
• Share your knowledge
• Strike a balance
The following pointers can bring you good
success but are not prescriptive

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• Announcements will be posted on Vutela /blackboard
platform. Please ensure that you turn on the
notification.
• A WhatsApp group may be created and used in times
of emergencies. Let’s keep a friendly and positive tone
and respect one another.
• Let us discuss most issues in class, you are welcome
to use the chat function.
• Consultations will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays
afternoon. Please arrange beforehand.
Communication

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I hope you will fnd your study in this department interestng and
would advise you to use this opportunity to learn as much as
possible.
Looking forward to a fruitul Semester
In Cooperaton,
Carol Motale
F312G
Email: Carol@vut.ac.za