About 2 - Laboratory Biosafety

This course highlights how the practice of good microbiological technique and appropriate use of biosafety equipment by well-trained staff remain the fundamental elements of laboratory biosafety. Biosecurity concepts will be introduced and the latest international regulations for the transport of infectious substances will be reviewed.

Program Learning outcome:

Throughout this course, emphasis will be made to the relative chemical and biological hazards of infective microorganisms by the WHO Risk Groups 1, 2, 3 and 4.

TextBook Name:

Biosecurity & Health Security Protection EPP, Viet Nam (2020). Laboratory biosafety manual, (4th ed.) World Health Organization.

Assessment Methods

Final Exam
50%
Lab Reports
20%
Midterm Exam
30%