Fundamental Microbiology Techniques for the Laboratory
This hands on course covers the core techniques used to culture, isolate and identify microorganisms in a general microbiology laboratory. Delegates practise media preparation, streaking, staining and microscopy while building an understanding of microbial growth and metabolism. The programme provides a solid grounding for staff new to microbiology work.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Preparing and quality checking agar and broth culture media
- 02Performing aseptic streaking and subculturing to obtain pure isolates
- 03Applying Gram staining and other differential staining methods
- 04Using light microscopy to examine and describe microbial morphology
- 05Understanding microbial growth curves, nutrition and metabolism
- 06Running biochemical tests for preliminary organism identification
- 07Recording and reporting microbiological results with clear traceability
What you will gain
- Prepare and quality check culture media for routine use
- Perform aseptic streaking and subculturing to obtain pure isolates
- Apply Gram staining and other differential staining methods
- Use light microscopy to examine and describe microorganisms
- Interpret biochemical tests for preliminary identification
- Record and report microbiological results accurately
Who should attend
- Junior microbiologists and laboratory assistants
- Technicians moving into microbiology roles
- Science graduates entering diagnostic laboratories
- Quality control staff supporting microbiology testing
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 to 13 Nov 2026 | Dubai | 5 Days | US$1,800 | |
| 7 to 11 Dec 2026 | Pretoria | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 11 to 15 Jan 2027 | Durban | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 22 to 26 Feb 2027 | Cape Town | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 19 to 23 Apr 2027 | Johannesburg | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 28 Jun to 2 Jul 2027 | London | 5 Days | US$1,800 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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- R18,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 5 Days
- Field
- Laboratory & Microbiology
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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