BIO 1570

Microbiology of Health and Disease

3 Credits

GE Outcomes: Scientific Literacy

Student will study the general nature and behavior of microbes as applied to human health and disease, including the dynamics of normal flora, the infectious process, microbes as causative agents of disease, host parasite relationships and development of immunity. Particular emphasis will be placed on the study of various modes of transmission and proper management to prevent spreading of infectious disease. This natural science course is also required for many health profession and technology programs such as: respiratory therapy, surgical technology and nursing. This is a non-lab course.