Schedule
Mon-Wed, 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM (9/3/2025 - 12/21/2025) Location: QUIN S 202
Wed, 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM (9/3/2025 - 12/21/2025) 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.