BIO 1331 - General Microbiology

Credits: 3 hrs.

This course acquaints the student with the fundamental principles governing the diversity, morphology, activities and significance of microorganisms such as bacteria, rickettsias, chlamydias, fungi, algae, protozoa, and viruses. In laboratory work, attention is given to the study, techniques and growth conditions of some of these organisms (For nursing majors). (Three one-hour lectures per week) Prerequisite(s): BIO 1301 or a satisfactory score on the Biology placement test.