BI 237 Introductory Microbiology

Provides an introduction to the biology of microorganisms with an emphasis on infectious human diseases, immunology, and the control of disease through antimicrobial strategies and vaccination. Designed for pre-nursing and pre-dental hygiene students. Laboratory emphasizes skills with microscopes, identification testing, and aseptic technique.
Three hours of lecture and one two-hour lab per week.
Does not apply toward a biology major/minor.
Credits: 4
Prerequisite: BI 102 , BI 234 , BI 235 all with a grade of C or better and MTH 101 , MTH 105 , MTH 110 or MTH 111 with grade of C or better
Corequisite: BI 237L
Satisfactory Grading:
Ineligible for the Satisfactory/No Credit grade mode if you are a Biology major.
If you elect S/NC grading the course cannot be used to meet Biology requirements even if a grade of S is earned.
If you are in a major other than Biology you are eligible to choose the Satisfactory/No Credit grading option.

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