BIOL 351: Fundamentals of Microbiology
Course Description
Credits 4.
3 Lecture Hours.
4 Lab Hours.Introduction to modern microbiology with emphasis on prokaryotes; includes microbial cell structure, function, and physiology; genetics, evolution, and taxonomy; bacteriophage and viruses; pathogenesis and immunity; and ecology and biotechnology; includes laboratory experience with microbial growth and identification.Prerequisites:BIOL 112;CHEM 257, orCHEM 227andCHEM 237, orCHEM 231; or approval of instructor; also taught at Galveston campus.