Course Sheet: Microbial Energy Metabolism
🟢 Brief Description:
This course complements the subject of Bacterial Systematics and focuses on the study of the energy metabolism of microorganisms, particularly prokaryotes.
It covers the biochemical mechanisms involved in the catabolism of carbohydrates and other organic compounds, aiming to explain how bacteria and Archaea generate and utilize energy. The main objective is to link these mechanisms to the biochemical characterization and identification of microorganisms.
🎓 Target Audience:
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Students specializing in Microbiology or biotechnology
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Students preparing for advanced studies in Applied Microbiology or biotechnology and health
🎯 General Objectives:
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Understand the biochemical mechanisms of microbial energy metabolism.
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Identify the different types of metabolism (respiration, fermentation, oxidation, phototrophy, etc.).
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Use biochemical characteristics as criteria for bacterial identification and classification.