BIO 175 General Microbiology

Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3

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 as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.

Pre-requisite(s): BIO 110 , BIO 111 , BIO 163 , BIO 165 or BIO 168 .
Course is typically offered in Fall and Spring.
Course has transfer restrictions - 20 years

Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At completion of the course, the student should be able to do the following:

Differentiate between the various types of microorganisms, including acellular pathogens.
Describe microbial structures and their functions in infection and disease.
Explain requirements for microbial growth and appropriate methods of microbial control in the environment.
Describe the categories of antimicrobial agents and the role of antimicrobial resistance in treatment of infectious disease.
Identify components of innate and adaptive immunity and their functions in protecting against infectious disease.
Describe the stages of infectious disease.
Identify the causative agent, signs/symptoms, mode of transmission, pathogenicity, prevention, and treatment of common infectious diseases.
Perform basic microbiological laboratory techniques while maintaining aseptic conditions.