MED 216 — Medical Microbiology II
This course is a continuation of MED 206. The micro-organisms studied are those which require specialized techniques in both collection and identification. These pathogens include those organisms belonging to the following groups: anaerobic bacteria, mycobacteria, fungi and parasites. Many of the diseases caused by these organisms produce chronic infections that have plagued humanity. Society and traditional social behaviors are explored as they relate to health and disease progression across the globe. Prerequisite: MED 206 with a grade of C or better. This course includes 45 hours of lecture and 45 hours of teaching laboratory at the College. Instructional Support Fee applies. Gen. Ed. Competencies Met: Global and Historic Awareness.