BIO 175 – General Microbiology

Prerequisites: BIO 110, BIO 111, BIO 163, BIO 165 or BIO 168 Corequisites: None

This course covers principles of microbiology with emphasis on microorganisms and human disease. Topics include an overview of microbiology and aspects of medical microbiology, identification and control of pathogens, disease transmission, host resistance, and immunity. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of microorganisms and the disease process as well as aseptic and sterile techniques. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a pre-major and/or elective course requirement for the AS degree ONLY.