BIOL 2230 - Microbiology

4 sem hrs cr

(3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab)

This course is a study of micro-organisms, especially bacteria, with emphasis on cytology, morphology, physiology, genetics, medical aspects, and cultural techniques. Laboratory experiments are designed to familiarize the student with microbiological techniques, cultivation, isolation, identification of bacteria and other micro-organisms.  Prerequisite: Exemption from or completion of learning support competency courses AND completion of BIOL 1110 with a “C” or better OR completion of BIOL 2010 with a “C” or better OR a score of 80% or higher on the BIOL 1110 Challenge Exam OR an ACT score of 19 or better in Science Reasoning.

In rare and unusual circumstances, a course prerequisite can be overridden with the permission of the Department Lead for the discipline.

This course may include proctored exams which must be completed on campus or at an instructor-approved proctoring center which may require additional costs to the student. Please consult your instructor for additional details.

  Formerly/Same As (Formerly BIO 2310)

Transfer (UT) or Non-Transfer Course (UN): UT

By the end of the course, students will be able to…

• understand the basic chemical makeup of living organisms.
• comprehend and evaluate the significance of cell types including structure and function in life’s processes.
• analyze the principal energy process of microbial metabolism, including photosynthesis and cell respiration.
• identify and evaluate DNA’s significance to reproduction and heredity to living organism.
• analyze the major groups of microbes, including viruses, bacteria, protists, and fungi.
• aseptically manipulate, research, and identify microorganisms in culture.
• evaluate the human microbe interaction including: disease, epidemiology, antimicrobial agents, immune cells, and environmental symbiosis.

Student Objectives

Throughout the course, students will have the opportunity to…

• be exposed to all lecture materials and participate in all labs.
• spend time outside class for independent study.
• diligently study both text and notes.
• seek outside help from the instructor as needed.
• demonstrate a working knowledge of microbiology to be assessed by lecture and lab exams.