Recent SemestersWinter 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Winter 2026Class Size24 studentsCredits4PrerequisiteCHEM 002A or CHEM 022 or CHEM 001A , or equivalent skills as demonstrated through placement based on the chemistry assessment process Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5B · Cal-GETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5C · IGETC Area 5B · CSU GE Area B3 · CSU GE Area B2DescriptionStructure and function of bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa and algae. Elements of microbial physiology, genetics, control and nutrition; epidemiology; immunology and allergy. Survey of microbial infections. Aseptic techniques. Total of 54 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.Usually HeldMon Wed 10:30am–11:55am, Tue Thu 5:30pm–7:35pm, Fri 12:00pm–1:25pm, Mon Wed 6:15pm–7:40pm 