BIOL 301 - General Microbiology

This course covers the basic concepts and skills in microbiology. Students will learn: 1. the cell structure, metabolism and regulations, and genetics of microorganisms, mainly using bacteria as model organisms; 2. the growths and controls of microorganisms; 3. viruses and genomes; 4. evolution and diversity of microbial groups; 5. microbial ecology and environmental microbiology; 6. immunity and host defense mechanisms, 7. genetic engineering and biotechnology.

Credits: 3
Terms Offered: Fall
Prerequisites: BIOL 105 and BIOL 106, BIOL 107 or equivalent, BIOL 108 or equivalent
Corequisites: BIOL 301L