An introduction to microbiology emphasizing principles of basic morphology, physiology modes of transmission, biochemistry and genetic mechanisms. It will include a survey of representative types of microorganisms and the role of pathogenic organisms in causing diseases and infections. Prerequisites: Four hours of coursework in the biological sciences, including laboratory, and three hours of chemistry, with a minimum grade of "C". Placement by Testing Department or

This lab course will complement Lecture topics and include the application of fundamental techniques in the isolation cultivation, and identification of microorganisms. Prerequisite: Four hours of coursework in the biological sciences, including Laboratory, and three hours of chemistry, with a minimum grade of "C". Two 1.5 hour sessions per week. Placement by Testing Department or

Structure, nutrition and growth of microorganisms; characteristics of representative microorganisms and viruses; metabolic properties and introduction to microbial genetics, pathogenicity, ecology and industrial applications of microorganisms.

This laboratory course will complement lecture topics and include the application of fundamental techniques used in the isolation, cultivation and identification of microorganisms and viruses.

Overview of microorganisms in the environment including occurrence, abundance and distribution; processes of microbial interaction with the environment; and practices of applied environmental microbiology