BIOL 014 - Principles of Microbiology

    Recent Professors
    Sulatha Dwarakanath, Andrew Gilmour, Federico Tondini, James Brown, Matthew Schweitzer, Maria Victoria Magsaysay
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    28 students
    Difficulty
    4.4Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    4
    Prerequisite
    CHEM 001, CHEM 010, or CHEM 012
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    General Education: Cal-GETC: Area 5B, 5C The study of the structure, morphology, physiology, genetics, diversity, evolution, and ecology of microorganisms. The course also includes principles of immunology, the control of microbes, and their relationship to disease control and prevention. Laboratory exercises cover microscopy, staining, aseptic techniques, identification, and microbial growth.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 11:00am–12:15pm, Mon Wed 12:30pm–1:50pm, Mon Wed 6:00pm–7:20pm, Mon Wed 7:30pm–8:50pm