Bunker Hill Community College

Course Description

BIO205: MICROBIOLOGY/LAB
(Biology)

Credits: 4 Credits

This course covers the morphology, growth, metabolism, and genetics of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, protozoa, and fungi. The course also covers the following topics: pathogenicity, disease transmission, control of microbial growth, the biological basis of resistance, immune response to infection, survey of important human pathogens, and the role of microorganisms in genetic engineering. Experimental work develops students' critical thinking skills and provides training in the culturing and identification of microorganisms. Course meets: 3 hrs. lecture; 3 hrs. lab.

Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in General Biology I/Lab (BIO195) or a grade of C or better in Anatomy/Physiology I/Lab (BIO203).

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