BIO109 Microbes & Society
Explore the diversity of life not visible with the naked eye. This course will study the role and significant impact that microscopic organisms such as bacteria and viruses have on our lives and the world as a whole. Learn the positive impact they have on the food industry and agriculture, in the biotechnology and health industry, and in the environment. Learn of their negative role in disease and their threat as weapons in bioterrorism. This course will consist of lectures, lab demonstrations, class discussions and student presentations. Satisfies Cluster 3 General Education requirement.