Recent SemestersSpring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026Class Size25 studentsCredits5PrerequisiteBiology 5 or 11A and Chemistry 1A or 3A Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5B · Cal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5B · CSU GE Area B3 · CSU GE Area B2DescriptionThis course provides an introduction to the structure, metabolism and ecology of microorganisms with special emphasis on microbe-related human diseases. This course is designed to introduce the student to a variety of topics in the area of microbiology. The text, lab manuals, and lectures are geared to students in biological, medical, physical education and health- oriented programs.Usually HeldTue Thu 1:00pm–2:15pm, Tue Thu 10:00am–12:50pm, Tue Thu 7:00am–9:50am, Tue Thu 2:30pm–5:20pm