BIO 113 - Introductory Microbiology

Institution:

Indiana Wesleyan University

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Description:

Basic principles describing the characteristic of micro-organisms with an emphasis on structure, metabolism, and genetics. Microbial diseases and infectious cycles will include bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa and helminthes. An emphasis will be given to the communicable diseases and the routes of entry for infectious diseases. Antibiotic resistance, immunology, and pathogenesis will also be discussed. Important diseases caused by the major microbial groups will be related to the rationale for vaccinations. This course does not count toward a biology major. Co-requisite: BIO-113L.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.indwes.edu

Phone Number:

(765) 674-6901

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Other academic year

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