C Medical Microbiology

Catalog description

Term hours: 54 lecture and 54 laboratory. This course is a study of etiology, transmission, pathogenesis, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious disease. Special attention is given to the topics of immunology and chemotherapy. Laboratory activities place emphasis on gaining practicum experience and clinical perspective through application of aseptic techniques, microscopy and physiological testing of microorganisms. This course is recommended for students of Nursing (RN), Dental Hygiene, Medical Records, and Baccalaureate degree medical or Public Health programs. Recommended background is one year each, high school chemistry/biology, or one semester each, college chemistry and biology. Pass/No Pass or Letter Grade Option (CSU/UC, AA GE, CalGETC)