BIOL 2320 - Microbiology for Non-Science Majors (lecture)

Prerequisites: (CHEM 1305 and CHEM 1105) or (CHEM 1405 or higher) with a grade of C or better.
Integrated Reading & Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: INRW 0420

Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0410

This course covers basic microbiology and immunology and is primarily directed at pre-nursing, pre-allied health, and non-science majors. It provides an introduction to historical concepts of the nature of microorganisms, microbial diversity, the importance of microorganisms and acellular agents in the biosphere, and their roles in human and animal diseases. Major topics include bacterial structure as well as growth, physiology, genetics, and biochemistry of microorganisms. Emphasis is on medical microbiology, infectious diseases, and public health.

Semester Hours: (3 -3- 0)

CIP: 26.0503.51 03

Offered at:
NLC: No
NVC: No
PAC: No
SAC: Yes
SPC: No

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