Nov 21, 2024  
2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog (DRAFT) 
    
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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 , BIOL 211 (or BIOL 213 ), and one year of chemistry
Corequisite(s): BIOL 310L  
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): CHEM 232  can be substituted for BIOL 211 , or permission of instructor.
Course Frequency: Fall and Spring



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