BIOL 310 General Microbiology (4)

An introduction to the microbial world with special emphasis on bacteria. Topics include cellular structures, bacterial metabolism, microbial genetics, bacterial growth and its control, virology and the epidemiology and pathogenicity of disease-producing microorganisms. The laboratory emphasizes proper handling techniques, identification methods, and properties of microorganisms. Lectures three hours per week; laboratory three hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111/BIOL 111L, BIOL 112/BIOL 112L, and BIOL 211/BIOL 211D; one year of chemistry.
Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): BIOL 305. CHEM 232 can be substituted for BIOL 211 and BIOL 305, MATH 250 or equivalent course in statistics or permission of instructor.
Course Frequency: Fall and Spring