Description

Microbiology is one of the largest and oldest subdisciplines within the biological sciences. It has a rich history and continues to impact many aspects of modern life. This course will introduce students to the diversity of microbial life and to the roles of microorganisms in infectious diseases, environmental processes, and biotechnology with a special emphasis on bacteria and viruses. Experiential learning opportunities will give students exposure to a myriad of techniques commonly used in medical microbiology, environmental microbiology, and research.

Requisites

Prerequisites: (BIOL 1107 or BIOL 2107 Minimum Grade: C) and (BIOL 1107L or BIOL 2107L Minimum Grade: C) and (BIOL 1108 or BIOL 2108 Minimum Grade: C) and (BIOL 1108L or BIOL 2108L Minimum Grade: C) and CHEM 1211K or (CHEM 1211 and CHEM 1211L ) and CHEM 1212K or (CHEM 1212 and CHEM 1212L )

Course Hours

Lecture Hours: 4.00 Lab Hours: 0Total Hours: 4.00

Semesters

Spring 2026 Semester
Course Title Instructor Campus Section Syllabus
Microbiology William J. Kenyon, Ph.D. Carrollton 01 external Syllabus via Concourse External Resource
Microbiology Sara Molesworth-Kenyon, Ph.D. Carrollton 02 external Syllabus via Concourse External Resource
Fall 2025 Semester
Course Title Instructor Campus Section Syllabus
Microbiology William J. Kenyon, Ph.D. Carrollton 01 external Syllabus via Concourse External Resource
Microbiology Sara Molesworth-Kenyon, Ph.D. Carrollton 02 external Syllabus via Concourse External Resource
Summer 2025 Semester
Course Title Instructor Campus Section Syllabus
Microbiology William J. Kenyon, Ph.D. Distance E01 external Syllabus via Concourse External Resource
Spring 2025 Semester
Course Title Instructor Campus Section Syllabus
Microbiology William J. Kenyon, Ph.D. Carrollton 01 external Syllabus via Concourse External Resource
Microbiology Sara Molesworth-Kenyon, Ph.D. Carrollton 02 external Syllabus via Concourse External Resource