MBIO 140: General Microbiology

Introduction –Principals of Microbiology - Historical Review of the pioneer Microbiologist –Development of Microbiology – Methods of Studying Microorganisms – Classification of Microorganisms – Chemistry of Microbial Cell - Structure of Microbial Cell – Microbial Genetic – Nutrition and Microbial Metabolism –Survey Of microorganisms and their habitats – Growth and Reproduction – Relationships with other Organisms – Antimicrobial Agents-Immunity – Biotechnology - Microorganisms in medicine – Microorganisms in Industries- Microorganisms and Pollution.