BIOL 221 - General Microbiology (and Lab)

4 credits

Relationship of micro-organisms to each other and their place in the living world. Destruction, removal, and inhibition. Importance in medicine and health. Methodology is stressed. For Medical Technology students and as a basic course in microbiology for students in biology and related fields.

Notes: The distinction among the Microbiology courses is in orientation: Basic Microbiology (3 credits) —fundamental; General Microbiology (4 credits) — general; Selection depends on your curriculum. The 4-credit course is the transfer course and assumes basic information.
Class Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 3
Prerequisites: BIOL 121 Anatomy and Physiology 1 (and Lab).
Offered spring, fall, and summer semesters.