BIO306 General Microbiology
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Genetics and Bioengineering
Altijana Hromić-Jahjefendić
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
This course aims to develop students’ problem solving skills related to microbiology and to guide them to think analytically and to apply and extend their knowledge of various microbiology topics.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Biology of Microorganisms, 13e, Brock, Pearson; Foundations in Microbiology, Talaro and Chess 9th edition,
Additional Literature
Scientific publicationsTeaching Methods
Lecturing by using PPT presentations
Lectures are supported by video materials and pictures
Class discussions with examples
Different case studies will be discussed to relate the theory with practice
Labarotary excerices are conducted to the related topics covered in the lecture
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction and syllabus | |
| 2 | Introduction to Microorganisms and Microbiology | Chapter 1 (Brock Book) |
| 3 | Microbial Diversity LAB1: Sterilization | Chapter 2.5-2.12 |
| 4 | Microscopy / Cell structure and Function in Bacteria LAB2: Microscopy | Chapter 2.1-2.4 / Chapter 3 |
| 5 | Cell structure and Function in Archaea. QUIZ 1 | Chapter 3 |
| 6 | Viruses | Chapter 9 |
| 7 | Nutrition, Culture / Microbial Growth I LAB3: Growth medium | Chapter 4.1-4.3 / Chapter 5 |
| 8 | MIDTERM | |
| 9 | Microbial Growth II | Chapter 5 |
| 10 | LAB4&5: Growing Cell Culture and Cultivation of Bacteria &Counting bacteria | |
| 11 | Microbial Growth Control | Chapter 26 |
| 12 | Microbial Interactions with Humans (QUIZ II) LAB6:Satining | Chapter 27 |
| 13 | Diagnostic Microbiology and Immunology | Chapter 31 |
| 14 | Commercial Products and Biotechnology LAB7: Examination of surrounding areas | Chapter 15 |
| 15 | Final review |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIO306.1 | Course | Tuesday 09:00 - 11:50 | A F1.25 | - | - |
| BIO306.1 | Tutorial | Thursday 17:00 - 18:50 | RC.G3 - GBE III | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 08:00 - 11:00 | A F1.28 | |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 10:00 | A F1.28 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Lab Tutorials
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
In-term Examination
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Quizes
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture
42 hours ⏳ (14 week × 3 h)
Laboratory
14 hours ⏳ (7 week × 2 h)
Home Study
28 hours ⏳ (14 week × 2 h)
Quizzes
8 hours ⏳ (2 week × 4 h)
In-term Exam Study
4 hours ⏳ (1 week × 4 h)
Final Exam Study
54 hours ⏳ (3 week × 18 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [BIO306] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Feb 02, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| BIO306 | General Microbiology | 3 | 2 | 6 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Altijana Hromić-Jahjefendić | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Monday: 8:00-11:00 Thursday: 8:00-10:00 |
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| ahromic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Naida Odobasic | Assistant E-mail | 250301013@student.ius.edu.ba | |||||||
| Course Objectives | This course aims to develop students’ problem solving skills related to microbiology and to guide them to think analytically and to apply and extend their knowledge of various microbiology topics. | |||||||||
| Textbook | Biology of Microorganisms, 13e, Brock, Pearson; Foundations in Microbiology, Talaro and Chess 9th edition, | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Lecturing by using PPT presentations. Lectures are supported by video materials and pictures. Class discussions with examples. Different case studies will be discussed to relate the theory with practice. Labarotary excerices are conducted to the related topics covered in the lecture. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction and syllabus | |||||||||
| Week 2 | Introduction to Microorganisms and Microbiology | Chapter 1 (Brock Book) | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Microbial Diversity LAB1: Sterilization | Chapter 2.5-2.12 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Microscopy / Cell structure and Function in Bacteria LAB2: Microscopy | Chapter 2.1-2.4 / Chapter 3 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Cell structure and Function in Archaea. QUIZ 1 | Chapter 3 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Viruses | Chapter 9 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Nutrition, Culture / Microbial Growth I LAB3: Growth medium | Chapter 4.1-4.3 / Chapter 5 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | MIDTERM | |||||||||
| Week 9 | Microbial Growth II | Chapter 5 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | LAB4&5: Growing Cell Culture and Cultivation of Bacteria &Counting bacteria | |||||||||
| Week 11 | Microbial Growth Control | Chapter 26 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Microbial Interactions with Humans (QUIZ II) LAB6:Satining | Chapter 27 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Diagnostic Microbiology and Immunology | Chapter 31 | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Commercial Products and Biotechnology LAB7: Examination of surrounding areas | Chapter 15 | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Final review | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1,2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Lab Tutorials | 7 | 20 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| In-term Examination | 1 | 25 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Quizes | 2 | 15 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture | 3 | 14 | 42 | Laboratory | 2 | 7 | 14 | |||
| Home Study | 2 | 14 | 28 | Quizzes | 4 | 2 | 8 | |||
| In-term Exam Study | 4 | 1 | 4 | Final Exam Study | 18 | 3 | 54 | |||
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| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 19/02/2026 | |||||||||