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Nov 21, 2024
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2023-2024 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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BIO 2350 - Microbiology
Credits: 4
This course is a comprehensive study of microorganisms. Topics covered will include the basic characteristics, morphology, physiology, growth, reproduction, and genetics of bacteria, as well as a brief taxonomical survey of the following microbial life forms: Archaea, Bacteria, Fungi, Protists and Viruses. Laboratory activities will include performing various techniques of microscopy, staining, culturing, and isolating bacteria. The morphology and metabolic processes of select microbial groups will be studied. Students will learn to apply various modern biological techniques that are used for controlling the growth of microbes, and to identify unknowns. The use of computers and Blackboard are integral aspects of the course.
Prerequisite: BIO 1005 OR BIO 1210 OR BIO 1111 , AND CHEM 1110 or higher, AND ENG 1010 . All with a ‘C’ or higher.
Elective Code(s): LART, SCI
Course Fees: Supplemental Course Fee Level 2 and Materials Fee
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