Microbiology
Microbiology
The microbiology lecture (MICR R100) and lab (MICR R100L) are intended for those pursuing careers in dental hygiene, allied health, nursing, medicine, biotechnology, pharmacology and clinical laboratory sciences. The lecture is a survey of basic microbiology at the lower division level which in conjunction with the lab satisfies prerequisite requirements for professional programs. The lab is well suited to teach both classical and modern methods of laboratory science for microbiology. Techniques covered in the lab include Gram stain, biochemical identification of unknown bacteria using single tube and multi-tube assays, antibiotic resistance assays, blood agar throat culture, gel electrophoresis RFLP analysis, plasmid DNA transformation, nonpathogen viral plaque assay, PCR and DNA Sanger sequencing of the unknown bacteria using the NCBI blast program, and finally an assay to determine the composition of the oral microbiome using Illumina NGS sequencing. The equipment instruction will include micropipetters, high speed centrifuges, biosafety cabinets, lyophilizer, PCR machine nanodrop and other contemporary instruments. The lab is suitable for in person requirements for both direct placement in professional programs and for skill upgrades of those currently employed. This five unit course satisfies all known undergraduate microbiology lecture and lab requirements nationally.
This course is an introduction to the structure, metabolic activities, utility and pathogenicity of bacteria, fungi, algae, protozoa and viruses. The topics will include distribution, metabolism, molecular genetics, biotechnology, immunity, cancer, probiotics and the physical/chemical methods used in control of microbes and cellular pathogens. The principles of disease transmission, prevention and immunity will also be presented. The diversity of the microbial world and its applications to improving human health and quality of life are emphasized.
This course is an introduction to the structure, metabolic activities, utility and pathogenicity of bacteria, fungi, algae, protozoa and viruses. The topics will include distribution, metabolism, molecular genetics, biotechnology, immunity, cancer, probiotics and the physical/chemical methods used in control of microbes and cellular pathogens. The principles of disease transmission, prevention and immunity will also be presented. The diversity of the microbial world and its applications to improving human health and quality of life are emphasized.
Designed for students interested in furthering their knowledge of Microbiology on an independent study basis. These studies may require a combination of laboratory and library research. Project findings will be presented in a scientific poster format, video, protocol or research publication.