BI 262 - Introduction to Microbiology

Institution:

Baker University

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Description:

Fall and Spring terms, yearly This course in an introduction to microbiology for both sophomore majors and pre-nursing students. Topics include a survey of microbes including viruses, bacteria, archaea, fungi, protozoa, and algae. In addition to consideration of the taxonomy, genetics, anatomy, and physiology of these organisms, we will also consider how they interact with their environments. For pathogenic organisms this will entail an introduction to the field of immunology. There will be three lecture/discussion sessions and two laboratory sessions each week. In the laboratory we will focus on the bacteria, including the techniques used to isolate and identify these organisms. Prerequisites: A 100 level biology course or BI 246, or BI 280; prerequisite or co-requisite: CH 120 or CH 137.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.bakeru.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 873-4282

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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