Recent SemestersFall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026Class Size30 studentsCredits5PrerequisiteBIO 220 , CHEM 115 , CHEM 112 , CHEM 140 , or CHEM 150 . Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · Cal-GETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B2 · CSU GE Area B3DescriptionThis course introduces the fundamental concepts of microbiology and the use of the scientific method applied to the study of bacteria and other microorganisms. Topics include the history, morphology, genetics, and physiology of microbes. The laboratory emphasizes methods for isolating, culturing, identifying, enumerating and controlling bacteria.Usually HeldMon Tue Wed Thu 10:00am–11:20am, Mon Wed 11:15am–12:35pm, Mon Wed 12:00pm–1:15pm, Mon Wed 3:00pm–4:20pm 