BI 234L - Microbiology Lab

1 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):

BI 211 and BI 211L

Corequisite(s):

BI 234

Recommended Prerequisite(s):

CHEM 104 , CHEM 104L , CHEM 104R

Course Description: Studies microorganisms, focusing primarily on bacteria and viruses. Covers the structure, function, metabolism, genetics and classification of bacteria and archaea. Also includes topics of microbial control, viral replication, epidemiology and vaccinations. Students must enroll in lecture and laboratory sections.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Apply knowledge of prokaryotic organisms, including structure and function relationships.
CLO#2: Apply knowledge of prokaryotic metabolism.
CLO#3: Apply knowledge of basic prokaryote growth and culturing requirements, including biotic and abiotic factors.
CLO#4: Apply knowledge of microbial genetics.
CLO#5: Apply knowledge of methods of controlling microbial growth in the body.
CLO#6: Develops and uses appropriate lab skills when transferring, culturing, and interpreting data from living bacterial cultures. (ILO: Critical Thinking)

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Safety Goggles, Nitrile Gloves

ACTI Code and Course Type
100 Lower Division Collegiate

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (30) and a standard RCC delivery of (33) lab hours per term, not to exceed (36) hours per term.