BIOL 251H - General Microbiology - Honors

1. Demonstrate a broad knowledge of microbial structure and function, prokaryotic, eukaryotic and viral, molecular biology, genetics, physiology, biogeochemical cycles, and ecology as well as methods of study.
2. Develop a working understanding of the unique aspects of Bacteria, Archaea and Viruses, and their diversity and evolution; apply to physiology.
3. Apply knowledge of microbial genetics with an emphasis on genetic recombination and biotechnology.
4. Apply principals of the molecular mechanisms used by microorganisms in the environment and in normal symbiotic relationships in nature.
5. Describe mechanisms of microbial diseases and relate to immunological control and antimicrobial agents.
6. Utilize comprehension of the scientific method to evaluate and summarize scientific literature through written and oral communications.
7. Demonstrate laboratory skills including following safety protocols, use of the microscope, aseptic technique, identification and growth of microbes using staining, enzymes testing and molecular biology techniques; carry out water testing, antimicrobial testing, gene expression analysis, and horizontal gene transfer methods.