Recent SemestersFall 2026, Summer 2026Class SizeNot publishedCredits5PrerequisiteCHEM 100 or BIOL 120 or ZOOL 120 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or higher or "Pass." Through lecture and laboratory exercises, this course provides an introduction to the microbial world. Emphasis is on microbial structure, microbial genetics, host-microbe interactions, the immune response, and disease control/prevention. Current issues in acquired immuno deficiency syndrome research and recombinant deoxyribonucleic acid technology are discussed. Laboratory exercises will emphasize microbial morphology and identification through microscopic observation and biochemical testing. This course satisfies the requirements of majors in two and four- year nursing programs, dental hygiene, and is recommended for pre- professional biology majors. Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5B · Cal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B3 · CSU GE Area B2DescriptionPrinciples and Applications of MicrobiologyUsually HeldMon Tue Wed Thu 10:00am–12:15pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu 12:25pm–5:00pm, Mon Wed 12:30pm–1:45pm, Mon Wed 2:00pm–4:50pm 