Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5B · Cal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5B · CSU GE Area B2 · CSU GE Area B3DescriptionExplores the fundamental principles related to bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms. Examines the microbial world with an emphasis on bacteria and their role in disease. Basic areas to be studied in the classroom and the laboratory include microbial characteristics, microbial metabolism, microbial growth and its control, microbial genetics and biotechnology, interactions between microbes and host, microorganisms and human disease, and industrial and environmental applications of microbiology. The process of scientific inquiry will be emphasized, and opportunities for analytical thinking and problem solving will be interwoven throughout the course. This course is intended for students in allied health majors.Usually HeldTue Thu 6:40pm–9:50pm, Fri 8:00am–9:00am, Thu 12:45pm–1:45pm, Thu 5:25pm–6:25pm 