BIO 221 — Microbiology
Credit Hours: 4 Prerequisite: BIO 207 or BIO 208 or CHEM 101. Course presents basic principles of infection, immunity and the study of microorganisms; studying life at the microscopic level (including eukaryotic cells, protozoa and fungi, prokaryotic cells, bacteria, mycoplasma, and rickettsia; and viruses, prions and infectious agents). Lecture and laboratory sessions consider techniques in conventional culture methods, examination and identification of microorganisms. Topics include microbiological history, environmental constraints, taxonomy, nutritional requirements, biochemical activity, genetic makeup, pathogenicity, virulence, immunology, public health, and medical significance of microbiology. Laboratories will cover aseptic techniques, streak plates and culturing, growth and binary fission, microscopy, biochemical testing, identification, rapid testing, application of critical analysis, and presentations. Designed for Nursing and Health Science majors and other majors who require a foundation in the study of microbiology. Offered Fall, Spring, and Summer. (3 lecture, 1 lab) Course Descriptions