BIO 355 Microbiology

The basic principles and methodologies of the study of microbial organisms with emphasis on the eubacteria. Topics include: cellular ultrastructure and physiology; microbial metabolism and growth; properties and reproduction of viruses; microbial ecology; pathogenicity; and industrial applications of microbiology. Laboratory work stresses basic research techniques: microscopy, culture growth, isolation, and identification of microbes. (4 credit hours)

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Grade of C- or higher in BIO 221 and at least junior standing

Offered

Fall, Spring