Recent SemestersFall 2026, Spring 2026Class Size30 studentsCredits5PrerequisiteCompletion of BIOL-120 or BIOL-219 with a minimum grade of C. Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · Cal-GETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B2 · CSU GE Area B3DescriptionMorphology, metabolism, molecular genetics and ecology of bacteria, fungi, viruses, helminths and protozoa. Extensive laboratory work includes aseptic techniques, methods of cultivation, identification and enumeration of bacteria, examination of biochemical characteristics and molecular biology techniques using common bacteria. Primarily intended for students pursuing degrees in a health sciences field or majoring in biological sciences.Usually HeldMon Wed 3:55pm–5:20pm, Mon Wed 6:00pm–9:10pm, Tue Thu 11:10am–12:35pm, Tue Thu 1:35pm–4:45pm 