Recent SemestersFall 2026, Spring 2026, Winter 2026, Fall 2025Class Size30 studentsCredits5PrerequisitePrerequisite(s): CHEM 100 and either Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · Cal-GETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B2 · CSU GE Area B3DescriptionProvides students with fundamental concepts of the structure and physiology of non-disease and disease producing microorganisms with particular attention to bacteria. Basic techniques for culturing, staining, counting and identifying microorganisms. Designed to meet the requirement to enter one of the medical fields as well as general education.Usually HeldMon Wed 5:15pm–6:40pm, Mon Wed 6:50pm–10:00pm, Mon Wed 9:40am–11:05am, Mon Wed 11:15am–2:25pm 