2016-2017 Catalog

BIOL 225 Microbiology

The biology of microorganisms, emphasizing prokaryotic structure, growth and cultivation, metabolism, genetics and gene regulation. Lecture topics include bacteria-to-bacteria signaling, biofilms, secretion, and microbial diversity. Lectures are supplemented with readings from the primary literature. Laboratory exercises instruct studens on research techniques and provide ample time for open-ended exploration. [W]

Prerequisite

BIOL 101-BIOL 102

Instructor

Caslake