BIOL 139 - Health Microbiology

    Recent Professors
    Jessica R. Anderson
    Recent Semesters
    Summer 2026
    Class Size
    28 students
    Credits
    4
    Summer 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 5C · Cal-GETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5B · IGETC Area 5C · CSU GE Area B2 · CSU GE Area B3
    Description
    Presents practical and theoretical aspects of medical microbiology to meet the needs of those in allied health professions. Provides basic knowledge of the microbial world by covering diversity, structure, metabolic and genetic characteristics, cultivation and control. Emphasis is placed on human-microbe interactions especially infectious diseases. Laboratory deals with identification, growth, and control of microorganisms. Field trips may be required.
    Usually Held
    Mon Tue Wed Thu 11:50am–1:55pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu 9:30am–11:35am