BIOL 203 - Microbiology

3 Credit Hour(s) / 3 Billing Hour(s)
General Education Category: MTA Natural Sciences Non-Lab

An introduction to bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms as they relate to human health. Emphasis on bacterial and viral structure, life cycles, and genetics; antimicrobial therapy; immunology and host defenses; epidemiology, treatment, and prevention of infectious human diseases. Designed for health career and other science students.

Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): None
Placement Scores: Reading Level 5 and Writing Level 6 and [Math Skills Level 10 (College-Ready with Support) or Minimum 2.0 in (MATH 105 or MATH 106) or P in (NCMA 106 or NCMA 110)].
Recommended: Minimum 2.0 in (BIOL 121 or BIOL 127 or CHEM 120 or CHEM 151).
Course Note: This course includes on-site proctored exam(s) for all online sections. Students will need to travel to an LCC campus or request an approved non-LCC testing site (additional fees may apply) to take the exam(s).