BIO 3050 - MICROBIOLOGY

credits: 3.0
Is an upper level Biology sequence designed for the science major. Topics covered include: Tools and techniques for microbiological study, the prokaryotes [internal and external characteristics], Common Eukaryotic microorganisms, Viruses, Prokaryotic nutrition, Prokaryotic molecular genetics, pathogenicity and control, as well as an introduction to the host immune system. Students will advance their learning and further develop their understanding in the context of the microbiological sciences. Much of the class work will be reviewing primary research papers and current review articles related to the chapter materials. Objectives: A) Discuss and understand the common characteristics of most prokaryotic microorganisms, protists, fungi and viruses. Including; cellular composition and metabolism; structure and growth characteristics of common microorganisms; their genetic systems and their utilization in science today; B) Discuss and explain the basic processes of infection and immune responses, and the common disease causing organisms; C) Read, analyze and write in the style of scientific literature at the secondary and primary journal level encountered in the microbiological sciences. Method of Instruction: Lecture, reading and interpretation of articles and case studies; discussion of material. Student written works including reviews of written materials and presentations.

Prerequisite(s): BIO 1022 - GENERAL BIOLOGY II
Co-Requisite(s): MUST BE TAKEN WITH A BIO 3050L LAB.