BIOL215 — Microbiology
Add to Personal Bookmarks Number of Microbiology is an introduction to the study of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa and their interrelationships with humans. General microbiological principles such as microbial structure, growth, metabolism, and genetics are applied to medically related topics such as the pathogenicity and control of microorganisms as well as body defense mechanisms and the immune response. The laboratory stresses the importance of basic microbiology laboratory techniques and clinical applications including slide preparation and microscopy, aseptic technique, and biochemical and serological testing for microorganisms. Both lecture and laboratory relate current microbiological principles to a better understanding of the infectious disease process. (Fall, Spring, Summer) Three hours lecture each week. Three hours laboratory each week. Four Credits. Four billable hours. Course
Prerequisites: BIOL101