SCI 250 Microbiology
This course examines the structure; nutrition; growth; genetics; classification; and ecology of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa. Attention is given to methods of microbial control and the human immune response to microbes. Students also learn the fundamentals of microscopy, laboratory safety, scientific method, and techniques of experimentation. This course has health sciences lab (on-ground students only) and supplemental instructional fees. Prerequisite: None. Lecture Hours: 30; Lab Hours: 30. Note: Online students are responsible for obtaining lab materials to complete lab activities. These are easily obtained, everyday materials.