What will you learn in this Antimicrobial resistance – theory and methods Course
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Understand the global challenge and biological mechanisms of antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
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Perform antimicrobial susceptibility testing using disk diffusion, agar dilution, and broth microdilution.
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Apply molecular techniques such as PCR and whole genome sequencing for resistance identification.
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Use bioinformatics tools like ResFinder and MyDBFinder to analyze resistance genes.
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Interpret testing data for use in clinical and public health decision-making.
Program Overview
1. Antimicrobials and Their Actions
⏳ 1 week
Study the classification and mechanism of action of various antimicrobials and how they interact with microorganisms.
2. Antimicrobial Resistance Mechanisms
⏳ 1 week
Learn how resistance develops and spreads, including intrinsic and acquired resistance, and horizontal gene transfer.
3. Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing (AST)
⏳ 1 week
Get hands-on with lab techniques such as disk diffusion, agar dilution, and broth microdilution to determine resistance patterns.
4. Whole Genome Analysis Tools
⏳ 1 week
Explore genotypic alternatives to phenotypic testing using advanced tools like ResFinder for DNA-based resistance detection.
5. Detecting Specific Resistance Mechanisms
⏳ 1 week
Dive deeper into methods like PCR for targeting specific resistance genes and mobile genetic elements.
6. Quality Assurance in Testing
⏳ 1 week
Understand the importance of control strains and best practices in laboratory quality assurance.
7. Final Assessment
⏳ 1 week
Complete a comprehensive exam testing both theoretical understanding and practical knowledge.
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Job Outlook
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Prepares learners for roles like Clinical Microbiologist, AMR Researcher, Public Health Specialist, and Infection Control Officer.
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High demand in hospitals, public health labs, research centers, and pharmaceutical companies.
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Supports career advancement for those working in infectious diseases, diagnostics, and microbiological R&D.
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Helps bridge the gap between molecular microbiology and real-world healthcare solutions.
