Schedule
Thu, 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM (1/5/2012 - 1/10/2012) Location: 0001 (Science & Technology 127 - Hybrid Online/Onsite)
Thu, 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM (1/5/2012 - 5/3/2012) Location: 0001 (Science & Technology 127 - Onsite Meeting)
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.)