BIOL 2320 — Microbiology for Non-Science Majors
Course Title: Microbiology for Non-Science Majors (Lecture) 3-0-0 Instructional Materials: $0 Semester Offered: Fall, Spring Modality: Face to Face, Hybrid Location: Beeville, Alice, Kingsville, Pleasanton Pre-Requisite: None Co-Requisite: BIOL 2120 TSI Requirements: TSI Reading, TSI Writing 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.