Microbiology

In this course, microbial cell morphology will be discussed, including the structure and function of prokaryotes and eukaryotes. The growth, reproduction, and enumeration of microorganisms and the effects of physical and chemical agents on populations will be studied. Students will gain essential hands on experience in the isolation, identification, cultivation and enumeration of organisms. After completing the course, students will be able to work within the biosafety guidelines in a microbiology lab, prepare and sterilize microbiological media, and accurately perform analyses using aseptic techniques.