Academic Catalog 2024-2025

BI 265 Basic Microbiology

An introduction to general microbiology for those majoring in the life sciences and those interested in developing laboratory skills in microbiology. Overview of the structure, metabolism, genetics, growth, control, cultivation, and isolation, classification, and identification of the major groups of bacteria. The course includes an introduction to viruses, protozoa, fungi and algae. The nature of infectious disease and immunity are concluding topics. Lecture three hours per week and laboratory three hours per week.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

One college level chemistry course with a grade of "C" or higher

Offered

Fall, Spring

Notes

Open to non-majors