Infectious diseases emphasizing the nature of the organisms, the interrelationship of microorganisms and human hosts, the prevention and control of infectious diseases, and a description of the important infectious diseases of humans.

Emphasis on the fundamentals of microorganisms, their growth and metabolism, disease pathogenicity, epidemiology, antimicrobials, host-pathogen interaction, and various human diseases caused by microbes.

Infectious diseases emphasizing the nature of the organisms, the interrelationship of microorganisms and human hosts, the prevention and control of infectious diseases, and a description of the important infectious diseases of humans.

Microorganisms, with special emphasis on the structure, function, and diversity of bacteria and their importance to man. Online lectures and examinations.

Microorganisms, with special emphasis on bacteria, their structure, function, diversity, and importance to man.

Microorganisms, with special emphasis on bacteria, their structure, function, diversity, and importance to man.

Microorganisms, with special emphasis on bacteria, their structure, function, diversity, and importance to man.

Basic microbiology laboratory techniques to include aseptic technique, microscopy, use of media, analysis of morphological and biochemical properties, and experimental design.

Microorganisms with special emphasis on laboratory research being conducted at the University of Georgia.

Students will study the human effect on the environment through their use of antimicrobials. Application of microbiological laboratory techniques with an emphasis on biochemical analysis and antimicrobial-resistant bacteria identification caused by human consumption and disposal of antimicrobial drugs that arise in natural water systems will allow students to apply their knowledge.

Independent research in the primary literature in selected areas of microbiology.

Critical analysis and discussion of recent advances in microbiology research through oral presentation. Specific topics may vary but will emphasize molecular biology, physiology, and ecology of prokaryotes.