BIOL 2205 - Microbiology
4 Credits
Surveys microbial groups, microbial cell structure, nutrition, growth, control of growth, metabolism, genetics, evolution, epidemiology, infection, transmission and pathogenesis, and interactions with host organisms. Through hand-on experience, students will develop competence in in microscopy, aseptic technique, as well as in culturing, staining, enumeration, identification, isolation, safe handling and biochemical testing of microorganisms. Intended for students pursuing careers in nursing similar health professions. This course aligns with American Microbiology Society curriculum guidelines as well as the test plan for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses.
Pre-Requisites BIOL 1120 or BIOL 1154
Major Content Areas
Microbes and Humans 20% Biology of Microorganisms 40% Survey of Microorganisms 25% Culturing and Identification of Microorganisms 10% History of microbiology 5%
Learning Outcomes
Explain and apply fundamental concepts related to the taxonomy, structure, function and ecology of microbes. Demonstrate basic competency in microscopy & lab instrumentation, identify microbes, and perform several staining techniques. Explain the major techniques for the physical and chemical control of microbes. Utilize and understand the application of the isolation of microbes from the environment, food and water. Formulate a hypothesis, conduct experiments and analyze results to establish the identity of an unknown culture. Organize, draft, edit, and revise formal scientific writing, including interpreting, incorporating and citing information and ideas from primary literature. Demonstrate an understanding of Koch’s postulates & explain six infectious diseases that attack each of the major systems of the human body. Demonstrate current standard lab safety practices and procedures.
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals
02 - Critical Thinking 03 - Natural Science
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