LSC 2110General Microbiology

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This course is an introduction to microbiology and microorganisms. A survey of major viruses, mycoplasmas, chlamydiae, rickettsiae, eubacteria, protozoa, and fungi along with their morphologies, cytologies, structures, functions, and habitats will be included. Major emphasis will be placed on the roles of pathogenic microbes and their affects on the health and wellbeing of human life. Asepsis, disinfection, bacterial culturing, staining, microscopy, standard universal precautions, human microbial diseases, and immunology will also be covered. Laboratory exercises will be incorporated to support these topics. PREREQUISITE: LSC 1101 General Biology I is strongly recommended to be completed prior to enrolling in this course, or two years high school biology, or equivalent, or consent of instructor. Lecture / Lab.