BIO 27 - Principles of Microbiology

    Recent Professors
    A. Rodriguez Y. Baena, J. Kato, A. Wright
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    27 students
    Credits
    4
    Prerequisite
    (CHM1A or CHM22 or CHM60)
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of BIO 27
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5B · Cal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B3 · CSU GE Area B2
    Description
    A general introduction to the study of the microbial world, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, algae, protozoa, and helminths. Aspects of microbiology important in health, sanitation, ecology, food processing and biotechnology are emphasized in lecture and laboratory. This course is designed for students majoring in biological sciences, nursing, and other health science majors. Advisory: Completion of any college-level biology course with a grade of "C" or better. For nursing students, completion of coursework in human anatomy and physiology (i.e., BIO-5 and BIO-6/6L) is strongly recommended.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 11:20am–12:45pm, Mon Wed 9:40am–11:05am, Tue Thu 9:40am–11:05am, Mon Wed 6:00pm–7:25pm