Schedule
Mon-Wed, 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM (9/1/2021 - 12/21/2021) Location: QUIN S 208
Mon, 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM (9/1/2021 - 12/21/2021) Location: QUIN S 102
Description
A study of non-pathogenic and pathogenic microorganisms designed primarily for students in the health sciences area. Topics covered include: microbial characteristics, control of microorganisms, defenses of the host, and cause, prevention, and control of infectious diseases. Microbial metabolism, structure and classification will be looked at first, followed by host- pathogen interactions and immunology. The laboratory includes basic techniques in staining, cultivation, and identification of microorganisms. Prerequisite: BIO 111 with “C” or better.