Microbiology for the Allied Health Sciences

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This course covers basic microbiology and immunology and is primarily directed at pre-nursing, pre-allied health, and non-science majors. It provides an introduction to historical concepts of the nature of microorganisms, microbial diversity, the importance of microorganisms and acellular agents in the biosphere, and their roles in human and animal diseases. Major topics include bacterial structure as well as growth, physiology, genetics, and biochemistry of microorganisms. Emphasis is on medical microbiology, infectious diseases, and public health. The accompanying laboratory reinforces these concepts through hands-on investigation, experimentation, data analysis, and application of core biological techniques. This course will not count as credit toward the Associate of Science degree in Biology.