BIO 230 — Fundamentals of Microbiology
BIO 230 is a general Microbiology that teaches students about microorganisms’ evolution, structure, metabolism and genetics. The course also covers the essentials of microbial ecology, the interactions of microorganisms with other living organisms as well as how microorganisms can be used in different industries. The laboratory section will introduce students to several techniques for isolation, culture, differentiation and identification of microorganisms. Also, students will be exposed to current approaches to analyze DNA and proteins.