BIOL 5254 - Principles of Microbiology

Institution:

SUNY College of Technology at Alfred

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Description:

A survey of microorganisms, their structures, physiology, and identification, with the various medical and non-medical implications in our daily lives. Topics include prokaryotic cell structure and function; biochemical processes; physical and chemical factors that affect cell growth; classification and identification; and physical and chemical methods of control. A major portion of the course deals with the pathogenic properties of microorganisms and the body's defense mechanisms including the functions of the immune systems. Laboratory topics include bacterial patient specimen collection and processing as done in a microbiology laboratory and pathogen identification and antibiotic sensitivity determination.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.alfredstate.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 425-3733

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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