Schedule
Mon-Wed, 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM (8/22/2011 - 12/16/2011) Location: 0006 ( 204 - Lecture)
Wed, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM (8/22/2011 - 12/16/2011) Location: 0006 ( 203 - 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.)