Recent SemestersSpring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026Class Size28 studentsCredits4PrerequisiteCHEM 1A - General Chemistry I OR CHEM 30A - Inorganic Chemistry for Health Occupations OR CHEM 32 - Chemistry for the Allied Health Major OR CHEM 3 - Introductory Inorganic Chemistry AND CHEM 3L - Introductory Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5B · Cal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5B · CSU GE Area B2 · CSU GE Area B3DescriptionCovers the cell structure, growth, metabolism, genetics, and control of microorganisms. Focuses on the history of microbiology and the role of microorganisms in disease causation and transmission. While all microorganisms are introduced in this course, the emphasis will be on bacteria. Students will engage in activities to demonstrate the appropriate methods for handling, transferring, culturing, and identifying bacteria. May be offered in a distance-learning format.Usually HeldTue Thu 11:20am–12:40pm, Tue Thu 6:30pm–7:50pm, Tue Thu 9:40am–11:00am, Tue Thu 1:00pm–2:20pm 