Description
This course is the study of general microbiology including bacteriology, virology, parasitology, and mycology. The course covers the taxonomy, structure, function and ecology of microbes. Additional topics include microbial pathogens, the response of the mammalian immune system to microbial infection, microbial metabolic diversity and microbial biotechnology. Labs include use of microscope, survey of types of microbes, isolation of microbes from the environment, identification of microbes, staining of bacteria, culture and identify unknown bacteria, and action of antibiotics and disinfectants. The course emphasis is on bacteria: principles of control and culture, metabolic processes, and microbiological techniques.(Spring)