BIOL 220 - Basic Microbiology

When Offered: F, S, SS

4 Credit(s)
2 Lecture Hour(s)
4 Lab Hour(s)

This is an introduction to the fundamentals of microbiology and the role of microorganisms in daily life. Special emphasis is placed on infectious diseases and immunology. The laboratory introduces students to the principles of microscopy, specimen preparation for light microscopy, aseptic techniques, cultivation techniques, and the biochemical activities of microorganisms. This course is not open to majors in Biology and Chemistry.

Prerequisite(s): BIOL 100 or BIOL 101; CHEM 104 or its equivalent.