BIOL 2320 - Microbiology for Non-Science Majors

Semester Hours: 3

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.

Prerequisites: BIOL 2301/BIOL 2101 or BIOL 1306/BIOL 1106.
Corequisite: BIOL 2120.
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0