Microbiology

BIO-1162  Microbiology  (3 Credits)  An introduction to the pathogenic micro-organisms of humans with a major emphasis on bacteriology and aseptic techniques. Discussed are defence mechanisms, chemical and cellular immunity and anatomical barriers to infection in addition to the details of particular viral, bacterial, fungal, parasitic, and prion diseases/infections. It is recommended that students have successfully completed BIO-30 or equivalent before registering in BIO-1162. Not available for supplemental. Not eligible for Prior Learning Assessment.Instruction (3.0), Lab (1.0)Equivalent to BIO-162.Requisite courses: Take BIO-1162L (Required, Concurrent).