BIOL 242 - Biology of Microorganisms

Covers fundamental principles of microbiology and microbiological techniques for those majoring in Biology. Focuses on structure, metabolism, genetics and roll of bacteria, viruses, and fungi and the role of these organisms and the environment and biotechnology. Prerequisite(s): C or better in BIOL 130 or BIOL 131 or an approved high school biology course. (PCS 1.1, 4 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab)