BIO 301 Microbiology

This course examines the cell biology, physiology, and genetics of microorganisms, focusing primarily on microbes that affect human health.  Specific organisms covered include the beneficial organisms that aid in the digestion of food, synthesize vitamins, and protect the body against invasion by harmful microbes. In addition, the course also covers pathogens that cause disease. Three hours of lecture per week.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

BIO 208 and BIO 278 or BIO 206 and 276, all with a C- or higher

Corequisite

BIO 361