164 Microbiology 460. Geophysics (4) Principles of geophysical methods used to locate and evaluate mineral, water, geothermal and hydrocarbon occurrences. Four lectures a week. Prerequisites: Geolo 306, Math 212. 465. Exploration Geochemistry (4) The use of trace elements in mineral exploration. Two lectures and two 3-hour labs a week. Prerequisite Geolo 206. 480. Special Problems (1-5) Prerequisite: Consent of instructor prior to registration. (May be repeated for a maximum of five credit hours.) 483. Geologic Literature (1-3) Directed readings, i.e. literature of geology. Prerequisite: Geolo 111 and 112. 489. Cooperative Work Experience (1-9) A continuation of Geolo 289. Open to all students. 492. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) A continuation of Geolo 292. 495. Advanced Field Geology (1-8) Fundamentals of geology applied during field trips. Readings, reports, lectures and examinations are required. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. 499. Senior Seminar (1) A course for seniors applying research methods to geologic problems. Department of Microbiology Chairman: Lowell S. Adams Location: Science Lab, Room 302M Telephone: 626 6949 Professor: Lowell S. Adams, Alan E. Stockland; Associate Professor: Diane S. Home; Assistant Professor: Craig J. Oberg. Description Microbiology is the study of microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, algae, fungi, and protozoa) including their structure, metabolism, distribution, and ecological relationships. Knowledge gained by microbiologists leads to a better understanding of molecular-level life processes and to beneficial applications in medicine, agriculture, and industry. Education Because of its interdisciplinary nature the microbiology major program serves as an ideal academic preparation for a variety of careers at the baccalaureate degree level and for entry into several graduate and professional programs, including schools of medicine and dentistry. The microbiology curriculum provides balanced instruction in principles, facts, and laboratory skills. Career Opportunities and Employment Outlook Microbiology is expected to continue to expand rapidly due to the significance of genetic engineering and the increased needs for the applications of basic research, particularly in the areas of control of disease, production and storage of food, development and quality control of industrial products, disposal of wastes, and the monitoring of environmental quality. Microbiologists who earn advanced degrees may teach in colleges or universities or supervise research programs. Program: Microbiology Major-Bachelor Degree General Requirements: Specific course requirements of the college (see index). Bachelor Degree General Education requirements (see index). A minor is required. Microbiology majors must have a C or better in major courses. An overall GPA of 2.00 or C is required. 183 total hours are required for this degree. Sixty of the 183 total hours must be upper division (courses numbered 300 and above). Specific Requirements: Microbiology courses required (36 credit hours): Micro 205 (5), 255 (5), 305 (5), 325 (5), 405 (5), 415 (5), 480 (3), 499 (3). Microbiology courses to elect from (19 credit hours): Micro 315 (5), 340 (3), 348 (5), 355 (5), 376 (4), 385 (5), 455 (5), 483 (1-3). Support courses required: Chem 121 (5), 122(5), 123 (5), 311 (4), 312 (4), 313 (4) or 307 (5); Math 105 (5) or 106 (5) or 107 (5); Phsx 101 (5) or 107 (5) or 111-113 (12). Special Emphases: Students interested in the professional or career programs listed below should take the specified courses in addition to those required for the Microbiology major. Pre-medical, pre-dental, and pre-veterinary students should consult appropriate advisers and include Math 106 and 107, Phsx 111-116, and Zool 160, 201, 330. Students planning graduate degrees in Microbiology should include Math 213, Phsx 111-116; and should consider taking Chem 213, 307, and electives in data processing, statistics, foreign languages, and other biological sciences. Students emphasizing Public Health should include Micro 115, and Zool 450 and 455. 165 Microbiology Program: Microbiology Departmental Honors General Requirements: Enroll in the General Honors Program and complete at least 10 hours of General Honors courses. Maintain an overall GPA of 3.3. Fulfill the requirements for the Microbiology departmental major. Specific Requirements: In fulfilling the Microbiology Departmental Honors requirements, take at least 20 hours on an Honors basis. Complete a Microbiology Special Problems Project. A student may receive Microbiology Honors credit in any upper division Microbiology course with the exception of Micro 499. Credit for Micro 480 and 483 may be repeated for a maximum of 3 hours each. Permission from the department chairperson should be obtained before registering in a course for Honors credit. A written agreement should be reached with the appropriate professor regarding the work expected for Honors credit. (See Composite and Interdepartmental Programs.) Program: Microbiology Minor General Requirements: A grade of C or better in minor courses. Specific Requirements: Minimum of 25 hours in Microbiology courses. Emphasis in Urban and Regional Planning This program provides a special emphasis in Urban and Regional Planning for majors in Botany, Economics, Engineering, Geography, Geology, Microbiology, Political Science, Sociology, Zoology, and related fields. (See Composite and Interdepartmental Programs.) Microbiology Courses NSlll. Introductory Microbiology (5) Fundamental concepts of microorganisms as biological forces affecting man. Recommended for General Education credit. Five lecture-demonstrations per week. NS115. Elementary Public Health (4) Public health principles and practices designed to promote citizen responsibility in community health programs. Four lectures per week. 205. Principles of Microbiology (5) Morphology, reproduction, cultivation, and metabolism of microorganisms with emphasis upon bacteria. Designed for students in science curricula who plan to take additional courses in the department. Prerequisite: Chem 123 or consent of instructor. Three lectures and two 2-hour labs per week. 255. Microbiological Procedures (5) Microscopy, staining methods, preparation of media, sterilization, preservation and maintenance of cultures, enumeration of bacteria, instrumentation. Prerequisites: Micro 205 and Math 105, or consent of instructor. Three lectures and two 2-hour labs per week. 289. Cooperative Work Experience (1-9) Open to all students in the Microbiology Department who meet the minimum Cooperative Work Experience requirements of the department. The course objective for each student will be developed between the student the department, and a suitable employer providing the opportunity for an on-the-job experience. Evaluation of course participants will be shared between the employer, student, and the department. Grade and amount of credit will be determined by the department. 292. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) In order to provide flexibility and to meet many different needs, a number of specific offerings are possible using this catalog number. When the number is used it will be accompanied by a brief and specific descriptive title. The specific title with the credit authorized for the particular offering will appear on the student transcript. 305. Pathogenic Microbiology (5) Characteristics of pathogenic microorganisms and mechanisms by which they cause disease. Emphasis upon major bacterial groups. Prerequisites: Micro 205, 255, or consent of instructor. Three lectures and three 2-hour labs per week. 315. Pathogenic Microbiology (5) Continuation of Micro 305. Pathogenic bacteria, rickettsia, chlamydia, molds and yeasts. Prerequisite: Micro 305, or consent of the instructor. Three lectures and three 2-hour labs per week. 325. Immunology (5) The study of the immune response in mammals. Prerequisite: Micro 305 or consent of instructor. Three lectures and two 3-hour labs per week. 340. Library Research Methods in Biology (3) Methodology of library research including the use of standard sources, indexes and abstracts, for scientific reports. Prerequisite: Engl 102. 348. Applied and Environmental Microbiology (5) A course emphasizing the environmental role of microorganisms including soil fertility, bio-degradation and recycling of waste, energy production, biological insecticides, plant diseases, rumen microbiology. Prere- quisites: Micro 205, 255, or consent of instructor. Four lectures and one 3-hour lab per week. 355. Systematic Bacteriology (5) Classification of the bacteria. Prerequisites: Micro 205, 255, or consent of instructor. Two lectures and three 2-hour labs per week. 376. Industrial Microbiology (4) Beneficial and detrimental involvement of microorganisms in industrial processes emphasizing production of solvents, food supplements, and drugs as well as microbiological applications in mining and petroleum industries. Prerequisite: Micro 205, 255, or consent of instructor. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab per week. 385. Food Microbiology (5) Role of microorganisms in food preservation and spoilage, identification and quantitation of micro-organisms. Prerequisite: Micro 205, 255, or consent of instructor. Three lectures and two 2-hour labs per week. 405. Bacterial Physiology and Anatomy (5) Structure and function, growth, nutrition and metabolism of the bacteria. Prerequisites: Micro 205, 255 or consent of instructor. Adequate background in Chemistry recommended. 415. Microbial Genetics (5) Study of the mechanisms of transfer of genetic information in bacteria and viral systems, the chemical basis of duplication and molecular aspects of mutation, fine structure analysis, the genetic code and control mechanisms involved in the synthesis of enzymes and macromolecules. Prerequisites: Micro 205, 255, or consent of instructor. Adequate background in Chemistry recommended.