BIOL& 260 - Microbiology

Credits: 5
LEC hours per week: 3
LAB hours per week: 4
This course involves the study of the general biology of microorganisms. While this course is primarily intended for Nursing and Allied Health majors, it may also be used in fulfillment of a general education lab science requirement. Topics include the classification, morphology, and physiology of microorganisms emphasizing the importance of microorganisms causing infectious diseases. Lab work focuses on the culturing and characterization of microorganisms. Formerly: BIO 230.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or higher in BIOL& 160 or BIOL& 211; or permission of the Science Division Chair or designee.
Course Attribute(s): Lab Course, Natural Science