Molecular Microbiology (MS) Requirements

The Master of Science in Molecular Microbiology offers two concentrations: Bioinformatics and Molecular Diagnostic. This program provides specific training to future microbiologists in the interpretation and analysis of new generation sequences and their integration into biological knowledge. In addition, it uses sophisticated bioinformatics systems through data analysis and the use of open source platforms. It includes the study of molecular techniques in the design of diagnostic methods used for the detection of pathological conditions and the study of techniques applied to instruments that are used for research purposes.

The Metropolitan Campus is authorized to offer this program.

Competencies Profile of Graduates

The Program is designed to develop the professional competencies that allow the student to:

Specialization in Bioinformatics

Knowledge

1. Demonstrate knowledge of microbiology in the genomic era, in aspects related to the balance of ecosystems.
2. Distinguish scientific information from various sources.
3. Distinguish the most useful platforms (pipeline) for data management in molecular microbiology.

Skills

1. Apply molecular microbiology methodology in scientific research aimed at solving problems.
2. Evaluate the most useful programs for data management in molecular microbiology.
3. Argue ideas and results of research, before the scientific community, orally and in writing, both in Spanish and English.

Attitudes

1. Value the importance of ethical standards related to scientific conduct in research.
2. Recognize the importance of proposing solutions based on molecular microbiology to address situations of depredation and spoliation of ecological environments.

Specialization in Molecular Diagnostics

Knowledge

1. Demonstrate knowledge of microbiology in the genomic era, in aspects related to human health.
2. Distinguish the most useful platforms (pipeline) for data management in molecular microbiology.

Skills

1. Apply molecular microbiology methodologies in scientific research aimed at solving problems.
2. Evaluate the most useful programs for data management in molecular microbiology.
3. Argue ideas and results of research, before the scientific community, orally and in writing, both in Spanish and English.

Attitudes

1. Value the importance of ethical standards related to scientific conduct in research.
2. Recognize the importance of proposing solutions based on molecular techniques for clinical diagnosis.

Admission Requirements

Students, who request admission to the Master of Science in Molecular Microbiology Program, must meet the admission requisites of the current master's programs at the Institution, in addition to the following requisite:

Have passed the following courses or their equivalents, with a minimum grade of "C":

1. Genetics
2. General Microbiology
3. Cellular and Molecular Biology or Biochemistry
4. Immunology
5. Organic Chemistry I and II
6. Analytic Chemistry

*Some of these courses require prior approval of other related courses.

Requirements for the Master in Sciences in Molecular Microbiology

Core Requisites	25-26 credits
Concentration Requisites	9 credits
Total	34-35 credits

Core Requisites - 25 o 26 credits

MOMI 5101	Biochemistry of Biomolecules I	3
MOMI 5102	Biochemistry of Biomolecules II	3
MOMI 5110	Microbial Genetics	2
MOMI 5130	Biosecurity	1
MOMI 5210	Microbial Physiology and Metabolism	3
MOMI 5300	Microbial Ecology	2
MOMI 5310	Microbial-Host Interactions	3
MOMI 6300	Omics Approaches in Microbiology	2
MOMI 6310	Seminar in Molecular Microbiology	1
MOMI 6400	Data Analysis and Bioinformatics	2
MOMI 6989	Research Project	3
	Or
MOMI 6991	Thesis	2
	And
MOMI 6992	Thesis Continuation	2

*Students who opt for doctoral studies must take courses MOMI 6991 and 6992.

Specialization Requirements - 9 credits

Students will select one of the two specializations: Bioinformatics or Molecular Diagnostic.