BIOM 250NL - Microbiology for Health Sciences

Credit(s): 4

Prerequisite(s): BIOB 160 or BIOH 201 or Biology Department’s consent.
Introduction to the causative agents, epidemiology, prevention, and treatment of infectious diseases. Laboratory included. (Fall and Spring Semesters)

Course Learning Outcomes

Describe the etiology of infectious diseases.
Utilize the principles of pathogenesis.
Recognize the principles of treatment, control, and prevention of diseases.
Recognize the principles of immunology.
Recognize and characterize the most common communicable diseases.
Perform basic laboratory procedures.
Demonstrate the ability to use valid methods for reaching supportable conclusions.
Apply scientific concepts and methods of inquiry.