BIOL 220 — Microbiology 5 Units (AA/AS; Citrus B1; Citrus B3; CSU; UC; Cal-GETC 5B; Cal-GETC 5C) 54 lecture hours, 108 lab hours
An introduction to the biology of microorganisms including bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa, and helminths. Metabolism, genetics, culture methods, identification, and control of common microbes are considered. Emphasis is placed on the virulence mechanisms and control of human pathogens and on the principles of immunology and host defense. Laboratory work includes techniques common to the control, culture, and identification of microbes. Required of pre-nursing students and medical technologists.