Introductory Microbiology

six credits · Undergraduate

Provides a broad perspective on the microbial world and its role in the biosphere. The diversity, morphology and physiology of prokaryotic microorganisms will be discussed. Laboratories stress basic microbiological techniques including microscopic examination, isolation from natural environments, enumeration and examination of physiology. Prerequisites: BIOL 204 or 205; and six credits of second year organic chemistry or biochemistry: CHEM 221 and 222 or 255. Three credits and lab.