This document discusses the NOC code 2121 for microbiologists. It defines microbiology as the study of microorganisms too small to be seen with the naked eye. The duties of a microbiologist include observing, monitoring, and identifying microorganisms, developing new techniques and products, and analyzing samples using analytical techniques. A bachelor's degree is typically required for lab assistant or technician roles, while a master's degree or PhD is needed for research positions.

1. NOC CODE : 2121
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2.  Definition & Description.
 Occupation main duties & responsible.
 Occupational requirement in Canada.
 Most recent job experience.
 References.

3.  It’s a study of microorganism.
 It’s a biology of microscopic organisms or life
too small to be seen with the naked eye.
 Microbiology has several disciplines including
bacteriology ,virology, mycology.
 Specialties within microbiology may include
Microbial physiology ,Microbial genetics and
evolution ,Environmental microbiology,
Industrial microbiology, Food microbiology, &
Pharmaceutical microbiology.

4.  Observing , monitoring & identifying micro
organism
 Monitoring and assessing samples from
environment, raw materials, finished products,
food ,water.
 Developing new techniques, products &
processes .
 Growing microbial culture.
 Following regular sampling schedules within a
specific environment.

5.  Quality control in manufacturing processes.
 E.g. : Checking for signs of contamination.
 Analysis of samples using analytical
techniques.
 Preparing and sterilize the base media
according to testing procedures to perform the
tests.

6.  Bachelor's Degree in microbiology or
biotechnology qualified for lab assistants or
technician.
 Master degree or Ph.D required for research
position.

7.  Preparing & sterilizing the base media for
testing assay of antibiotics & vitamins.
 Preparing culture media.
 Environment monitoring.
 Growth promotion testing.
 Bioburden testing.
 Manual microbial identification.
 Sterility testing.
 Bacterial identification.

8.  Google
 Co-op hand outs
 Our resumes
 www.csm-scm.org.