MICR 33 - General Microbiology

5 units
3 hours lecture, 6 hours lab
Prerequisite: BIOL 10 or BIOL 10H or ANAT 30 or ANAT 32 or PHYO 31 or Anatomy and Physiology 34A and CHEM 4 or CHEM 4H or CHEM 1A or CHEM 20 or CHEM 21A with a minimum grade of C in prerequisite or equivalent
Transfer CSU, UC

This course is a study of microbial anatomy and physiology, classification, microbes in water, air, soil, food, sewage, and medical aspects of microbiology. It also includes the study of fundamental techniques in the growth, culture, and identification of microorganisms. Laboratory experiments are performed by students to reinforce principles of microbiology discussed in lecture. This course is designed for students planning to pursue careers in the health sciences or other life sciences.