Microbial Genetics and Physiology

4.0 credits

The aims of this course are to provide an extensive knowledge base of classical genetics, modern methods for the genetic analysis of bacteria, and an understanding of bacterial physiology. Students will also gain an appreciation for how experimental approaches are used to understand bacterial biology. (Graduate students register for MBI 521 Seminar) Prerequisite: a basic biochemistry course, and MBI 220 (or similar course)