Algae Cultivation Intro to Microscopy
Issued by
Santa Fe Community College
Earners of the Algae Cultivation Intro to Microscopy badge will demonstrate basic handling and operation of microscopes in a lab setting including characterization of algae cultures; applying serial dilution procedure to cell counts with hemocytometer; use of hemocytometer to estimate cell concentration and to identify and enumerate algal culture contaminants.
- Type Validation
- Level Foundational
- Time Days
- Cost Paid
Skills
Earning Criteria
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Demonstrate competency in microscope handling and operation.
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Demonstrate competency in use of a microscope to identify basic algal cell types.
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Demonstrate competency in use of a hemocytometer to estimate cell concentration.
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Demonstrate competency in use of a microscope to identify and enumerate algal culture contaminants.
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Demonstrate competency in applying serial dilution procedure to cell counts with hemocytometer.