Microbiology

MICR M01  General Microbiology  5 Units  
In-Class Hours:   52.5 lecture, 105 laboratory  
Prerequisites:   BIOL M02A or BIOL M02AH or PHSO M01 or PHSO M01H and CHEM M01A or CHEM M01AH or CHEM M12 or CHEM M11 or high school Chemistry equivalent  

Emphasizes microbiological principles and lab techniques related to the morphology, metabolism, genetics, classification, and ecology of bacteria. Characterizes viruses and eukaryotic microorganisms. Focuses on human disease including characteristics of pathogens, immunology, and epidemiology. Practices laboratory exercises including aseptic technique, staining, the determination of bacterial growth conditions and requirements, and the identification of an unknown bacterium. Applies microbiology in clinical applications.

Grade Modes:   Letter Graded, Student Option- Letter/Credit, Pass/No Pass Grading  
Degree Applicability:   Applies to Associate Degree  
AA/AS GE:   A1  
Transfer Credit:   CSU, UC  
UC Credit Limitations:   None  
CSU GE-Breadth:   B2, B3  
IGETC:   5B, 5C  
MICR M122  Independent Study-Microbiology  0.5-3 Units  
In-Class Hours:   26.25-157.5 laboratory  
Prerequisites:   Completion of one course in Mathematics and instructor approval  

Allows independent study for students who wish to extend their knowledge of a particular area of Microbiology through research and study. Utilizes an approved independent project. Includes one-on-one work with instructor. Interested students should contact a Microbiology instructor for assistance in developing a contract for learning about a specific topic.

Grade Modes:   Letter Graded, Student Option- Letter/Credit, Pass/No Pass Grading  
Degree Applicability:   Applies to Associate Degree  
AA/AS GE:   None  
Transfer Credit:   CSU  
UC Credit Limitations:   None  
CSU GE-Breadth:   None  
IGETC:   None