BIO 205 - General Microbiology

(4 CR)

Prerequisite(s): One year of college biology and one year of college chemistry or divisional approval; an ENG 111 placement recommendation, co-enrollment in ENF 3/ENG 111, or successful completion of all developmental English requirements.

Examines morphology, genetics, physiology, ecology, and control of microorganisms. Emphasizes application of microbiological techniques to selected fields. Focuses on human pathogens and the process of pathogenicity. Lecture 3 hours. Recitation and laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.