BL 332 - Microbiology

(3.00 cr.)

Prerequisite: BL 118 , BL 119 , BL 121 , BL 126 . Corequisite: BL 334 . An introduction to the fascinating world of microorganisms. Topics for discussion include the structure and function of microbes; microbial metabolism, nutrition, and growth; the control of microorganisms in the environment and in the body; the classification of microorganisms and viruses; infection and immunity; and applied microbiology. An overview of microbial diseases by body system is also provided.