Medical Microbiology

 Syllabus and Grading Policy 2021-2022

INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Li                                                                   

Conference:  B4

Email: hli1@houstonisd.org

REQUIRED SUPPLIES:

1-1/2 or 2 inch three-ring binder with plastic covers front and back

Pen and pencil, highlighter

 Dividers, loose leaf paper 

 Three-hole pencil pouch

 Lab Item TBA 

STUDENT RESOURCES and COURSE TEXTBOOK

https://openstax.org/details/books/microbiology - access to Microbiology textbook. Download it and save it in your device.

https://learn.aeseducation.com/#/ - access to CCMA study material and assignments. Due days apply.

http://www.nhanow.com/certifications.aspx - access to CCMA study material and certification test.

Every student will have access to the TEA notes (digital copy in HUB)

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Medical Microbiology provides an overview of the field of microbiology.   This course covers two semesters, which means everyone needs to stay in this course for two semesters.

The Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) is offerred in this class. The Certified Clinical Medical Assistant is a multi-skilled healthcare practitioner who is competent in both clinical and administrative procedures. As a CCMA you may perform some or all of the following tasks:

• Interview patients
• Measure and record vital signs
• Prepare exam rooms
• Clean and sterilize medical equipment
• Administer injections, as well as topical or oral medications
• Perform venipuncture and point-of-care testing

ELECTRONIC DEVICE POLICY

Follow Cell Phone/Smart Watch or any Electronic devices Policy in DeBakey HSHP student handbook. Cell Phones/Smart Watch or any Electronic devices cannot be in the student’s possession during any tests or quizzes. Cell Phones usage in the classroom is up to the teacher’s discretion. 

Medical Microbiology content material 

Unit 1: Introduction to Microbiology

Introduction to Medical Microbiology

Unit 2: Laboratory Safety and Infection Control

Laboratory Safety

Laboratory Basics

Standard Precautions for the Laboratory

Quality Control

Nosocomial Antibiotic Resistant Organisms

Unit 3: History of Medical Microbiology

History of Microbiology

Unit 4: The Immune Response

Immunity and Vaccinations

Unit 5: Microorganisms

Microorganisms

Introduction to Virology

Streaking and Agar Plate

Introduction to Mycology

Introduction to Parasitology

Emerging and Reemerging Infectious Disease

Unit 6: Concepts of Medical Microbiology

Critical Thinking

Analysis of Current Infection Control Measures

Bacteria Growth Characteristics

The Growth of Microorganisms

Unit 7: Laboratory Investigations and Identification of Causative Agents

The Gram-stain

Urease Testing

Catalase and Oxidase Testing

Coagulase Testing

Mystery Growth Laboratory Practical

Case Study Laboratory Investigation

CCMA content material

Ch1. Health care systems and settings

• The Health Assistant 7hr
• Medical Office Assistant 4hr
• Insurance & Coding 4hr

Cycle 1 Test grade 1

Ch 2. Medical Terminology

• Medical Terminology 4hr

Ch 3. Basic pharmacology

• Medical Assisting Pharmacology 4hr
• Medical Mathematics 6hr

Cycle 1 Test grade 2

Ch 4. Nutrition

• Nutrition and Elimination 7hr

Ch 5. Psychology

• Human Growth & Development 5hr
• Special Populations 7hr
• Wellness & Nutrition 4hr

Ch 6. Body structures and organ systems

• Anatomy & Physiology 13hr

Ch 7. Pathophysiology and disease processes

• Health Care Systems 16hr

Ch 8. Microbiology

• Infection Control 16hr

Ch 9. General Patient Care

Part 1 Grade

• Physical Exams 12hr
• Communications 18hr
• Client Status 12hr
• Ambulatory Surgery 11hr

Part 2 Grade

• Emergency Care 13hr
• CPR 12.5hr
• The Surgical Patient 16hr
• Body Mechanics 16hr

Ch 10. Infection control

• Safety Precautions 9hr
• Office Equipment 9hr

Ch 11. Testing and Laboratory Procedures

• Specimen Collection & Testing

Ch 12. Phlebotomy

• Phlebotomy

Ch 13. EKG and Cardiovascular Testing

• Electrocardiography

Ch 14. Patient Care Coordination and Education

• Appointments

Ch 15. Administrative Assisting

• Medical Records

Ch 16. Communication and Customer Service

Part 1 Grade

• Customer Service
• Telephone Etiquette
• Health Information Technology
• Accounting

Part 2 Grade

• Preparatory EMT
• Preparatory
• Diversity
• Written Communication

Ch 17. Medical Law and Ethics

• Legal & Ethical

Grading and Conduct Policy

1. GRADES
2. Cheating will not be tolerated, and all penalties will be strictly enforced. See Code of Conduct.
3. Late work will have 30 points deducted from the score the work would have earned had it been turned in on time. A zero will be recorded for work turned in more than 2 school days after the assignment was originally due.
4. Broken or damaged supplies due to student negligence will be paid for by the student.
5. If you were absent for any daily work or quizzes, it is your responsibility to arrange and complete make up work within five (5) days. Consult with your teacher to create a plan for making up missing work in the allotted time. Major exams will be made up during the next class meeting if possible or at the soonest time agreed upon by the student and instructor.
6. A comprehensive final exam will be given at the end of each rotation or semester.
7. If a student receives a failing grade on a major grade, he/she may request a re-do or re-take of the assignment/test.
8. The request must be made in writing (via email or through the HUB for remote learning) to the instructor on the day the failing major grade was issued.
9. The re-do/re-take must be completed within two school days of receiving the failing grade.
10. The re-do/re-take score will be an average of the original and new score with a maximum possible score not to exceed 70. Regardless of the average of the two scores, a student will not earn a grade higher than a 70 for a re-take/re-do.
11. Re-do/ re-takes are not allowed for non-major grades, common assessments, or for any major grade that is administered in the last week of any grading cycle.
12. The re-do/retake can only be done before school, after school, or during lunch Monday through Thursday for in-person setting The redo/retake will be conducted via a plan agreed upon by you and the instructor. If we revert to a totally online setting, a retake can be scheduled at a time and in a manner agreed upon by you and your teacher.
13. All tests, quizzes and Scantrons are never to leave the classroom (in classroom setting) nor should they, in whole or in part, be copied/recorded in any manner via online administration (photo/video/hand recorded/verbally shared/any other means) These items are part of official records that are kept on file.  . Review of any test or quiz can be arranged with your instructor.
14. All students are different, and each has their own way of learning. Therefore, several methods will be used to evaluate a student’s performance.   Grade breakdown will be as follows:
    1. 40% Projects and Major Classwork 
    2. 25% Tests
    3. 15% Participation/Warmups/Engagement
    4. 20% Quizzes

*Note on Engagement/Warmups/Professionalism Grade:  This 20% of your overall grade will be determined by your participation in online classroom activities and completion of work apart from substantial assignments.  Short assignments, videos, warm-ups, surveys, brainstorming activities, and games are examples of what will fall under this category. Such assignments will be labeled as an “Engagement Activity” on the HUB.  You are expected to demonstrate professional standards and employability skills such as the ability to cooperate, contribute and collaborate as a member of a team (our classroom).  Behavior that detracts from the team’s ability to conduct business and be productive may cause you to lose points from assignments in this category.  If you are unable to participate in synchronous classroom sessions, you may still earn these points by being prompt in your communication with me and your fellow group members when required.     

1. Tardy Policy (Per Semester) (In-person settings)

       Being Tardy will not affect numerical grades, however it will affect your conduct grade.  You must be in your assigned seat when the tardy bell rings.  If you are not in the classroom when the tardy bell rings, you must obtain a permit from the office in order to enter the classroom.    TARDY POLICIES WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED!!!  The tardy policy as indicated on the DeBakey HSHP website. 

Offense                                            Consequence  

*1^st Unexcused Tardy                                     Warning – sign tardy log

*2^nd Unexcused Tardy                                    ½ hour after-school detention (Thursday)

*3^rd Unexcused Tardy                                    1 hour after-school detention (Thursday) – Written notification to student and parent

*4^th Unexcused Tardy                                     2 hours Saturday detention

                                                                        Required parent conference

                                                                        Growth Plan

*5^th Unexcused Tardy                                     Detention during an in-school activity (i.e., Fall Festival, Talent Show, etc…)

                                                                        Parent Notification

                                                                        Disciplinary Probation (with requisite office conduct of “P”)

*6^th Unexcused Tardy                                     Disciplinary Probation

                                                          Non-renewal Recommendation

1. Safety Violations (in-person setting)
2. Unauthorized or improper handling of instruments or equipment or supplies.
3. Failure to wear proper attire on daily basis (i.e., lab coat, standardize school attire, proper shoes etc.).
4. Failure to follow safety instructions given by teacher.
5. Failure to replace equipment and supplies in their designated areas.
6. Failure to clean up immediate surroundings and laboratory work areas.
7. Failure to disinfect all contaminated areas.

1. General Violations (both in-person and online)
2. Failure to bring required items: books, laptops, and notebooks to class on a daily basis.
3. Failure to take required notes.
4. Failure to participate in class activities.
5. Failure to follow teacher’s instructions on assignments (including working on outside assignments).