Department of Biological Sciences

BIOL 22100 Introduction to Microbiology

Session Offered:

Spring Credit 4.0 (Not available for credit toward graduation for majors in the Department of Biology)

Prerequisites:

BIOL 11000 or 11100 or 12100 or 13100 or 20300 or 23000 or 30100 and CHM 11200 or 11600 or beginning spring 2012 CHM 10901

Description:

 

Microbiology is a rapidly expanding field of study, currently drawing information from and contributing information to nearly all the sciences from cellular chemistry to global climate change.  Microbiologists are called upon to address issues in medicine, food science, agriculture and biotechnology.  A thorough introduction to the subject is important for students in many disciplines.  Although Bio 22100 is an introduction, most students will find it a challenging course due to the breadth of science that even basic microbiology encompasses.  We will cover topics including biochemistry, metabolism, genetics, immunology and pathogenesis, as well as specific medical and environmental microorganisms.  After successfully completing Bio 22100, a student will have the background in microbiology necessary for further study in medicine or allied health sciences, microbial ecology, antimicrobial pharmacology and related disciplines.  He or she will also have an understanding of the microbiological diversity in the biosphere, and be better prepared to appreciate the extent to which microbiology shapes our daily lives. NOTE:  Not available for credit toward graduation for majors in the Department of Biological Sciences.

Instructor(s):

Thomas M. Walter

E-mail:

waltert@purdue.edu

Textbook(s):

 

Textbook options will be discussed during the first day of class

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Lab Manual:  Introduction to Microbiology
Year/Edition:  2012
ISBN Number: 

Author(s): Iris Sun
Publisher:  Blue Door Publishing

Grading:

There will be a total of three examinations during the semester and a final examination. The examinations will be worth 15% each of the final grade; the final examination will be comprehensive. Quizzes are worth 10%. The lab grade will make a ~25% contribution to the final grade.

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