Microbiology with Lab (BIO 214)
(01/03/2022-04/23/2022)
Course Memo
This course provides a survey of the microbial world including bacteria, yeast, molds, fungi, and viruses. The primary focus of the course is on the relationship between humans and microbes ranging from the various forms of parasitism, to disease processes, to immunity. Students will develop an understanding of prokaryotic cell structure, bacterial genetics and metabolism, control of microbial growth, how microbes cause specific disease, and various public health and medical interventions to combat microbial disease. Students will also be exposed to real world application of microbiology in the healthcare setting via laboratory learning content. Pre-req: BIO 111, BIO 111L, BIO 112, BIO 112L