Microbiology consists of the study of microorganisms and their role in our environment and health from a cellular and molecular point of view. Topics include microbial cell structure and function, microbial genetics and metabolism, bacterial identification, microbe-host interactions, antimicrobial agents, microbial control, and infectious disease. This course will employ interactive learning and research projects beyond the typical Microbiology lecture and laboratory course. The laboratory portion of the course will include preparing stained smears, culturing microorganisms, conducting diagnostic tests, performing tests to identify microorganisms, and studying microbial growth control methods.(Note: Credit is only given for MCB 2010/L or MCB 2010C or MCB 2010CH)