Microbial World Course
Dive into the fascinating microbial realm through practical sampling from everyday spots, secure microscope work, and detailed analysis of local microhabitats. Gain essential skills to spot bacteria, fungi, protists, and more, transforming ordinary surfaces into compelling biology investigations that highlight real-world science.

flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course equips you with hands-on skills to safely collect samples from common microhabitats, prepare slides, observe microbes under the microscope, and analyse your findings. You will learn to identify key microbial types, record observations with notes and images, create a targeted mini-project, and produce clear reports linking your discoveries to scientific literature and safety standards.
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Develop skills
- Safe sampling of microbes: gather, label, and preserve samples from daily environments without contamination.
- Effective light microscopy: make slide preparations and clearly view microbial structures.
- Identifying microbes by shape: differentiate bacteria, fungi, protists, and other particles swiftly.
- Designing mini-projects: develop focused studies on microhabitats with defined goals.
- Writing microbial reports: craft short, structured reports backed by literature and safety practices.
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