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Compulsory Module 1: Systematics of Microorganisms (5 ECTS-Credits, 3 h)
(no courses)
Prerequisites for registration: none
Learning Outcome: Students are able to structure and compare the diversity of pro- and eukaryotic microorganisms. They understand taxonomic concepts and have a knowledge of traditional (anatomy, morphology) and biomolecular methods that are used for developing such concepts.
Compulsory Module 2: Physiology of Microorganisms (5 ECTS-Credits, 3 h)
Prerequisites for registration: none
Learning Outcome: Students explain, critically reflect on and quantitatively apply basic concepts of the subject of physiology of microorganisms. They are also able to explain the physiological specifics of mycelial, filamentous fungi.
Compulsory Module 3: Genetics and Genomics of Microorganisms (5 ECTS-Credits, 5 h)
Prerequisites for registration: none
Learning Outcome: Students understand the structure and functioning of genetic material and have knowledge of genomic research in relation to pro- and eukaryotic microorganisms. They understand the methods and working techniques applied in microbial genetics and genomics and can apply their acquired knowledge for advanced problems.
Compulsory Module 4: Microbial Ecology and Biotechnology (5 ECTS-Credits, 3 h)
(no courses)
Prerequisites for registration: none
Learning Outcome: Students understand the role of microorganisms in natural habitats and understand their already used and usable potential for industrial applications.
Compulsory Module 5: Quantitative Techniques in Ecology (2.5 ECTS-Credits, 2 h)
Prerequisites for registration: none
Learning Outcome: Students are able to plan complex scientific experiments and to statistically evaluate and interpret the results with suitable methods.
Compulsory Module 6: Instructions for Scientific Working (15 ECTS-Credits, 1 h)
(no courses)
Prerequisites for registration: none
Learning Outcome: Students are able to formulate scientific questions based on the latest scientific findings for their Master's Thesis. They are able to develop hypothesis, test them with suitable methods and reflect on the results in scientific discourse.
Final oral defense of the Master's Thesis before an examination board
Compulsory Module 7: Master's Thesis Defense (Defensio) (2,5 ECTS-Credits)
(no courses)
Prerequisites for registration: positive evaluation of all other compulsory and elective modules as well as the Master's Thesis.
Learning Outcome: Examination of the Master's Thesis in the overall context of the Master's Programme in Microbiology;
Notes:
- There may still be changes in the courses offered as well as room allocation and course dates.
- The course descriptions found in the English version of the course catalogue are for informational purposes only. Authoritative information can be found in the "Vorlesungsverzeichnis" (German version of the course catalogue).