U520-101 introduces concepts, skills and reasoning fundamental to the study of Microbiology. A key theme is cellular nature of life. The main principles that guide our study include evolution, cellular structure and function, metabolic pathway, information flow and genetics, microbial systems, and the impact of microbes. Some of our topics will address infectious disease and how our understanding of microbes allows us to battle this persistent threat.
Course Information
- Credits
- 3
- Delivery Method
- Online
- Prerequisites
- The completion of college level General Biology and General Chemistry or the equivalents of those courses.
- Course Level
- Introductory
- Time to Complete
- Up to 6 months from registration date