Biology

The microbial world is composed of an incredibly diverse group of microorganisms. Many are distinguished by their remarkable ability to cause human disease. This course is a study of microorganisms and the manner in which they affect health; characteristics, growth requirements, methods of transfer and reactions of the body toward invading organisms; principles underlying immunity; food, water, industrial and ecological microbiology. Therefore, this course will also include host defense mechanisms that interact with microorganisms. At the end of this course, you will understand what types of diseases viral, fungal, and bacterial pathogens can cause. Furthermore, you will know the general mechanisms of how they cause disease.