BIO 2441 Microbiology
Prerequisite: BIO-1410,1420 Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in or credit in CHE-1415 An introduction to the microbial world with an emphasis on bacteria. Addresses fundamental microbiological principles including cell structure-function relationship, prokaryotic metabolism, microbial ecology, bacterial genetics, and pathogenesis. Examines the role of microbes in food production, medicine, biotechnology, and the environment. The diversity of prokaryotic life is an overarching theme. Course examines bacterial diversity using both classical and modern microbiology laboratory techniques. Covers culture-based identification by distinguishing morphological and physiological characteristics, as well as molecular identification using DNA-based technologies. Also addresses microscopy, cell enumeration, microbial growth, and growth control.
Prerequisite
Required: Take 1 group of 2 courses from BIO-1410 BIO-1420 with a grade C, P or better. Required: Take CHE-1415 .
Offered
Summer/Fall