Course Details
Course Code: BIOL202 Course ID: 4837 Credit Hours: 4 Level: Undergraduate
This course includes the study of the history of Microbiology, as well as the fundamentals of microbe staining, culture and growth. We will also focus on sterilization, disinfection and antimicrobial therapies that help to keep microbes in check. Finally, the course will focus on microbial infections of the skin, eyes and wounds as well as the urogenital, respiratory, oral gastrointestinal and nervous systems. This course includes a laboratory component that allows the student to explore exercises in the principles and concepts of microbiology. This course is designed for students with interests in basic science, microbiology and the medical professions. NOTE: Students may take either BIOL202 or SCIN202 for credit, but not both versions of microbiology. (Prerequisites: BIOL133 or SCIN130)
Course Schedule
| Registration Dates | Course Dates | Start Month | Session | Weeks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registration04/27/2026 - 10/02/2026 | Course Dates10/05/2026 - 11/29/2026 | Start Month October | SessionFall 2026 Session B | Weeks8 Week session |
| Registration05/25/2026 - 10/30/2026 | Course Dates11/02/2026 - 12/27/2026 | Start Month November | SessionFall 2026 Session I | Weeks8 Week session |
| Registration06/29/2026 - 12/04/2026 | Course Dates12/07/2026 - 01/31/2027 | Start Month December | SessionFall 2026 Session D | Weeks8 Week session |
| Registration07/27/2026 - 01/01/2027 | Course Dates01/04/2027 - 02/28/2027 | Start Month January | SessionWinter 2027 Session B | Weeks8 Week session |
| Registration08/31/2026 - 01/29/2027 | Course Dates02/01/2027 - 03/28/2027 | Start Month February | SessionWinter 2027 Session I | Weeks8 Week session |
| Registration09/28/2026 - 02/26/2027 | Course Dates03/01/2027 - 04/25/2027 | Start Month March | SessionWinter 2027 Session D | Weeks8 Week session |