BIOL 2420 - Microbiology for Non-Science Majors

CIP Code 2605035103

4 Course Credits

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.

3 Lecture Hours Per Week
3 Lab Hours Per Week
96 Contact Hours

Instructional Methods: LEC, LAB

Prerequisites: BIOL 1406 BIOL 1407 BIOL 2401 or BIOL 2402;
Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course