Examines microbial structure, metabolism, genetics, growth, and the relationship between humans and microorganisms. Disease production, epidemiology, host defense mechanisms, and the medical impact of microbes in the environment, industry, and biotechnology are also addressed. Prerequisite: General Anatomy & Physiology 10806177 with a “C” or better, or General Biology 10806114 with a “C” or better, or Plant Biology 10806184 with a grade of "C" or better