Agriscience and Natural Resources Educational Curriculum
(0008) Core Area: General Lessons
(0008) Unit Title: Biotechnology
(0008E) Topic: Microbial Biotechnology
Topic Objectives: Upon completion of this lesson, the student will be able to:
0008E-A Determine how effective hand washing is in removing microorganisms from your hands.
0008E-B Understand the concept of carrying capacity.
0008E-C Visualize the consequences of the unregulated growth of an organism.
0008E-D Realize that human population growth, at present, is growing exponentially.
0008E-E Identify various foods produced by fermentation.
0008E-F Explain the role of microorganisms in biodegredation.
0008E-G Describe the effect of a bacterial inoculum used for nitrogen fixation on the growth of clover seeds.
0008E-H Demonstrate the presence of microorganisms all around us.
0008E-I Become familiar with the methods of scientific investigation.
0008E-J Find means of reducing microorganism populations on surfaces we use for health protections reasons.
0008E-K Recognize colonies of microorganisms with the unaided eye.
0008E-L Demonstrate the variety of environments that will support microbial growth.
0008E-M Distinguish between common patterns of microbial growth.
0008E-N Observe microorganisms under a microscope.
0008E-O Develop and maintain a standard sanitation operation procedure.
0008E-P Establish monitoring procedures.
0008E-Q Establish corrective actions .
0008E-R Establish verification procedures.
0008E-S Conduct research. (Also see 0002)
000E-T Demonstrate approved product handling techniques.
000E-U Apply chemical laboratory skills. Also see 1056
000E-V Identify groups of microorganisms. Also see 2013
000E-X Analyze factors affecting microbial growth.
000E-Y Apply microbiological principles and procedures. Also see 1071
000E-Z Describe roles of microorganisms in the environment.
000E-AA Explain microbial growth.
000E-BB Describe influence of environmental factors on microbes.