BIO220 Microbiology

This course covers the structure and physiology of bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms. Students study the transmission of disease, how microorganisms cause disease, and the physical and chemical means of control of these microorganisms. Immunology and biotechnology are covered. Laboratory work includes extensive practice using aseptic/sterile technique in the handling of microbial cultures.

Credit Hours

4

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

3

Prerequisite

BIO111 Introductory Biology I Minimum Grade of: C or BIO121 Anatomy & Physiology I Minimum Grade of: C or SCI105 Laboratory Methods Minimum Grade of: C

Attributes

• Free Elective

• Information Literacy Intensive

• Liberal Arts Elective

• Reading Content Course

• Science Elective

• Science Technology Intensive