By the end of this course, the student will be able to:

1. Identify the main metabolic pathways used by microorganisms.

2. Understand the biochemical mechanisms of respiration, fermentation, and bacterial photosynthesis.

3. Distinguish the types of metabolism based on carbon, energy, and electron sources.

4. Analyze biochemical test results for bacterial characterization.

5. Interpret metabolic profiles within taxonomic and ecological contexts.