BIOL 2420 - Microbiology for Allied Health Sciences

Credits: 4
Lecture: 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. Lab: This course covers basics of culture and identification of bacteria and microbial ecology. This course is primarily directed at pre-nursing and other pre-allied health majors and covers basics of microbiology. Emphasis is on medical microbiology, infectious diseases, and public health.
Lab Required: Yes

Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2401 with a grade of “C” or better within the last three years, and
Prerequisite/Concurrent Enrollment: BIOL 2402 with a grade of “C” or better within the last three years.

Type of Course: Academic Transfer