Jan 28, 2026  
2025-2026 Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Catalog

BIO 213 - Introductory Microbiology (4)


Prerequisite: (BIO 103  and BIO 105 ) or BIO 111  or BIO 201  with grades of “C” or higher.
fall, spring, summer

Lecture: 3 hours of lecture/discussion per week. Lab: 3 hours of lab per week.

This course will explore the fundamentals of microbiology with an emphasis on bacteriology and will include aspects of molecular biology, parasitology, virology, mycology, bacterial genetics, immunology, and pathogenic microbiology. The laboratory portion will reinforce material covered in lecture and provide hands-on experience working with microorganism and relevant clinical diagnostic tests. Limited Transfer - See advisor for more information.

Note: This course has been revised. Click here  to learn about the updates in the addendum under “Course Changes.”

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PCS: 1.1