• Microbiology

Catalog description

Microorganisms and viruses with respect to their structure, physiology, genetics, identification, control, host-microbe relationships, and exploitation by humans. Topics include pathogenic organisms, the infectious diseases they cause, and the events and products of vertebrate immune responses. Prerequisites: BIO 218 (may be taken concurrently) or BIO 120 / BIO 120D and one course in chemistry (A second course in chemistry is recommended.) Corequisites: Concurrent registration in BIO 235 is required. Offered: Fall, Spring.