Microscope Care and Usage Proficiency
Students will gain useful skills in the proper care, operation, and usage of compound light microscopes. Students will undergo specialized training in microscope care, usage, learn proper maintenance techniques to ensure the longevity and optimal performance of microscopes, and safe handling procedures to prevent damage to microscopes. They will learn to adjust microscope settings properly, focus the microscope correctly, use immersion oil properly, and interpret microscopic images accurately.
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Earning Criteria
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Students are required to be enrolled in Microbiology (BIOL 2155).
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Towards the end of the semester, students will be given an assessment that will test their proficiency in these skills. To earn the Microbiology Microscope Care and Usage Proficiency micro-credential, students must complete this assessment with an 80% or higher.