Microbiology & Lab

Catalog description

A combined lecture and laboratory course providing a survey of the microbes (microscopic organisms) with emphasis on those affecting other forms of life, especially man. Labs associated with this course are devoted to lab safety and gaining hands-on experience in the areas of: microscopy, culturing techniques (pure culture and isolation and media preparation), staining techniques, aseptic technique, diagnostic procedures and effectiveness of antimicrobial agents. Prerequisite: ACT of 20+ or a "C" in another laboratory course. 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab. 4 semester hours of credit.