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MICR 462: Microbiology and Immunology Research

Full Year - 20 points

Course prescription

This paper facilitates self-directed learning of key research-related skills, including oral communication of research goals and data, review of the scientific literature and critical analysis of research publications.

Course overview

MICR462 is a full-year, 100% internally assessed paper that relies heavily on the principles of self-directed learning for the development of laboratory research skills. MICR462 will complement the existing thesis papers (MICR480 and MICR495).

Specific objectives:

• To develop effective written communication skills
• To keep detailed and organized laboratory records
• To develop skills to effectively design experiments and to critically evaluate data
• To develop organizational skills allowing efficient and productive research

Assessment

1. Two short (15 min) talks on the rationale for your research project and progress made on the project (20%)
2. Research project-related essay (critical review of the relevant literature) (40%).
3. Interpretive exam (30%).
4. Lab notebook (pass/fail) (10%)

Textbooks

MICR462 does not use a textbook. Course readings are reviews and original papers from the literature.

Teaching staff

• Associate Professor Keith Ireton (Convenor)
• Professor Alexander McLellan

For more information

View the details of this paper on the University of Otago website

Students are encouraged to contact Keith Ireton by email (keith.ireton@otago.ac.nz) to make arrangements for a time to discuss course-related matters.

For more information on this course, please contact Associate Professor Keith Ireton.