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BIOL_SCI 328-CN : Microbiology

Description

This course provides an introduction to bacteria and viruses with an emphasis on their impact on human health and society. Topics covered include bacterial and viral morphology/structure, physiology, metabolism, basic replication, and genetics. Practical applications of research in microbiology are explored, including genetic engineering and biotechnology. We will also discuss the impacts of microorganisms on human health include a discussion of pathogenesis, the human microbiome, and current challenges regarding antimicrobial resistance. Students have an opportunity to explore current topics in microbiology of interest.

This course will have a lab component, BIOL SCI 328-A, integrated into the lecture time. The lab component focuses on bacteriology, including how bacteria are cultured, isolated, and identified in the laboratory. A lab fee will be applied to tuition.

Please Note: While courses on Thursday will be in person and will focus mainly on labs and exams, there will also be at least 3 hours of remote asynchronous course time each week as well.

Prerequisites: BIOL SCI 215-CN and BIOL SCI 219-CN, or BIOL SCI 201-CN and BIOL SCI 202-CN.

Northwestern students who are not in the School of Professional Studies must obtain consent from their college adviser, Dean’s Office, or program to enroll in this course.

Additional Information:

Students must also register for BIOL SCI 328-A. Add both classes (BIOL SCI 328-CN and 328-A) to the shopping cart and submit them together for successful registration.

PLEASE NOTE: The registration period for ALL summer courses is April 8, 2024 through June 16, 2024, even if the course begins later in the summer.