Schedule
Mon-Wed, 5:30 PM - 6:45 PM (8/18/2010 - 12/10/2010) Location: 0001 (Science & Technology 120 - Lecture)
Wed, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (8/18/2010 - 12/10/2010) Location: 0001 (Science & Technology 127 - Laboratory)
Description
A study of microbiology that emphasizes effects of microorganisms on human systems. Topics will include microbial cell structure, function and metabolism; requirements for and control of growth; genetics, mutations, and biotechnology; a survey of bacteria, viruses, algae, fungi, protozoa and helminthes; interactions with and impact of microbes on humans, including mechanisms of pathogenicity. (3 hours lecture and 2 hours laboratory per week.)