BIO 213 Microbiology with Laboratory
6 hours (3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab)
This course is focused on the fundamental principles of Microbiology. Lectures will cover the following topics: microbial cell structure and function, microbial genetics, and host-microbe relationships. Special topics will explore advances in technology and medical research, such as the human microbiome and emerging infectious diseases. Laboratory exercises will provide students with experience in techniques including sterile culturing and enumeration of microbes, analysis of environmental and metabolic requirements for microbial growth, microscopy, and molecular identification exercises.
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Note: Students who complete BIO 213 cannot also take BIO 211.