SC 212 - Microbes & Disease

Institution:

Little Big Horn College

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Description:

The prerequisite for this course is SC 110 Principles of Biology, as knowledge of cells is essential to the study of microbes. The course begins with a general history of microbiology and microscopes. An overview of the anatomy and physiology of bacteria, viruses, protozoan, and fungi is part of the course content. The remainder of the course is devoted to studying organ/organ system diseases, and the type of microbes that cause them. Also included are concepts of immunity, and general laboratory procedures. Upon completing the course, the student should have a general knowledge of disease causing antigens, and how these organisms are handled in a lab setting. A lab experience may be added to obtain practical experience dealing with microbes and disease.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.lbhc.edu/

Phone Number:

(406) 638-3100 ext 101

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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