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    • MICROSCOPY Book

    • PARTS OF A MICROSCOPE https://share.google/images/XhulKnhyPh4JkI1qg

    • OBJECTIVE ON MICROSCOPY Page

      The learner should be able to;

      • Define the term microscopy and other related concepts
      • State various parts of a microscope
      • Draw the image of a microscope
      • describe principles of various types of microscope
      • Illustrate  the application of principle of a microscopy

      SUMMARY OF CONCEPTS 

      The core concept of microscopy are magnification ,which involves using lenses and illumination to produce a magnified image of an object that is too small to be seen in a naked eyes .These concepts are based on principles of optics ,where lenses refracts light to enlarge the image and the resolution is determined by the lens ability to distinguish fine details ,influenced by numerical aperture and wavelength.

    • COURSE OUTLINE File PDF

      1.Apply types of microscopy

      2Determine parts of a microscope 

      3.Carry out micrometry

      4.Carry out care and maintenance of microscopes

    • VIDEO ON PARTS OF A MICROSCOPE URL

    • INTRODUCTION TO MICROSCOPY

      Microscopy is the scientific technique of using microscopes to observe objects that are small to be seen with the naked eyes.

      it allows scientists to study the detailed structure of cell, microorganisms and materials advancing fields like biology ,medicine ext.

      MAIN CONCEPTS TO BE COVERED

      1.Magnification

      2.Resolution

      3.Numerical aperture

      4.Contrast

      5.Field of view

      6.Abberation

      COURSE REQUIREMENT

      • Computer or smart phone
      • Internet connectivity

      ASSESSMENT METHODS

      CAT 1:  30%

      CAT2( quizzes ,E activities ,e-portfolio): 70%

      End of unit assessment :100%

      Average of CAT and E-activities and end of term assessment :100%

      COURSE FACILITATOR

      • MARGARET KAHUGU

Available courses

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Introduction to Microscopy Course

The Microscopy Course introduces students to the principles, techniques, and applications of microscopes in scientific research and diagnostics. It covers the fundamental concepts of image formation, magnification, and resolution, along with the proper handling and maintenance of different types of microscopes. Students explore various microscopy methods, including light microscopy, electron microscopy, and fluorescence microscopy, to observe and analyze biological, chemical, and material samples at micro and nano scales.

Through a combination of theoretical lessons and hands-on laboratory sessions, learners develop the skills needed to prepare specimens, operate advanced instruments, and interpret microscopic images. By the end of the course, students gain a solid understanding of how microscopy contributes to discoveries in fields such as biology, materials science, medicine, and nanotechnology.

TOPICS TO BE COVERED

1. Principles and Fundamentals of Microscopy

2. Types of Microscopy Techniques

3. Sample Preparation and Imaging

4. Image Analysis and Applications

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