Schedule
Mon-Wed, 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM (1/7/2013 - 5/2/2013) Location: 0001 (Science & Technology 121 - Lecture)
Mon, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (1/7/2013 - 5/2/2013) 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)