Microbes in our lives-Friend or Foe?

Catalog description

This survey course introduces topical aspects of microbiology and examines the ubiquitous microbial world and its challenging impact on human life throughout history. The principles of microbial diversity, disease and prevention, antibiotic resistance, vaccination, biological warfare and global public health issues are explored. Current issues where microbes play a central role provide this basis for discussion. Not open to Biology, Behavioral Neuroscience, Chemistry, Forensic Science, or Biochemistry majors. Not open to students who have completed BIO101 and BIO102.