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BIO 208: Microbiology

3 credits

Examine the nature of bacterial infections and diseases they cause. Study cell regulation, the chemistry of metabolic processes in bacteria, and the mechanisms of antimicrobial drugs. Lecture and laboratory. (Distribution Reqs:Natural Sciences)

Learning Goals

COURSE LEARNING GOALS:The study of microbiology is aimed at understanding the fundamental role that microorganisms play in human life. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:1. Outline the function and composition of cells, by recognizing and drawing key structural components2. List the major macromolecules by defining their units and specific terminology3. Demonstrate knowledge of basic physical and chemical characteristics among bacteria, fungi, protozoa and viruses by comparing and contrasting them4. Identify shapes and names of bacteria, by utilizing and understanding various microscopic staining techniques5. Describe the major metabolic pathways in prokaryotes by stating molecules and energy involved in reactions, and site where they occur6. Explain main principles of how medications work to combat infection7. Recite specific examples of bacteria and their role in pathogenesis, by recognizing the diseases they cause

*The learning goals displayed here are those for one section of this course as offered in a recent semester, and are provided for the purpose of information only. The exact learning goals for each course section in a specific semester will be stated on the syllabus distributed at the start of the semester, and may differ in wording and emphasis from those shown here.

Sections Offered: Fall 2025
Microbiology
0105-208-001	B. Weeks		Mon	10:10 am - 11:50 am	GC - BLH 201	3
0105-208-003	A. Fricker		Mon	4:00 pm - 5:40 pm	Garden City	3
0105-208-004	A. Fricker		Thu	3:05 pm - 4:45 pm	GC - SCB 215N	3
0105-208-006	TBA				Online	3
Microbiology Lab
0105-208-011	B. Weeks		Mon	1:00 pm - 3:30 pm	Garden City
0105-208-012	B. Weeks		Mon	3:30 pm - 6:00 pm	Garden City
0105-208-013	B. Weeks		Wed	3:15 pm - 5:45 pm	Garden City
0105-208-014	TBA				Online
0105-208-015	A. Fricker		Tue	1:40 pm - 4:10 pm	Garden City
0105-208-017	J. Coombs		Wed	10:15 am - 12:45 pm	Garden City
Sections Offered: Summer 2025, Summer II
Microbiology
0105-208-002	B. Weeks	Jul 7 - Aug 10	Mon/Tue/Wed	12:20 pm - 2:00 pm	GC - SCB 215S	3
Microbiology Lab
0105-208-021	B. Weeks	Jul 7 - Aug 10	Mon/Tue/Wed	2:15 pm - 4:45 pm	GC - SCB 024
Sections Offered: Spring 2025
Microbiology
0105-208-001	A. Mofunanya		Mon	4:00 pm - 5:40 pm	GC - SCB 321	3
0105-208-002	A. Mofunanya		Wed	4:00 pm - 5:40 pm	GC - SCB 321	3
0105-208-003	A. Nihrane		Tue	3:05 pm - 4:45 pm	GC - SCB 321	3	This Course is Filled to Capacity
0105-208-004	A. Fricker		Thu	3:05 pm - 4:45 pm	GC - SCB 321	3
0105-208-005	P. Mukherjee				Online	3	This Course is Filled to Capacity
0105-208-006	M. Rahman		Fri	1:00 pm - 2:40 pm	GC - SCB 321	3
Microbiology Lab
0105-208-011	B. Weeks		Mon	9:30 am - 12:00 noon	GC - SCB 024		This Course is Filled to Capacity
0105-208-012	B. Weeks		Tue	12:15 pm - 2:45 pm	GC - SCB 024		This Course is Filled to Capacity
0105-208-013	B. Zerhouni-Layachi		Wed	9:30 am - 12:00 noon	GC - SCB 024		This Course is Filled to Capacity
0105-208-014	S. Sun		Thu	3:15 pm - 5:45 pm	GC - SCB 024		This Course is Filled to Capacity
0105-208-015	S. Ogbue		Tue	6:00 pm - 8:30 pm	GC - SCB 024		This Course is Filled to Capacity
0105-208-017	B. Zerhouni-Layachi		Thu	6:00 pm - 8:30 pm	GC - SCB 024		This Course is Filled to Capacity
0105-208-019	S. Tafrov		Mon	6:00 pm - 8:30 pm	GC - SCB 024		This Course is Filled to Capacity
0105-208-021	M. Rahman		Fri	10:00 am - 12:30 pm	GC - SCB 024		This Course is Filled to Capacity
0105-208-022	P. Mukherjee				Online
0105-208-024	B. Weeks		Tue	3:00 pm - 5:30 pm	GC - SCB 024		This Course is Filled to Capacity