College of Science 585 MICR 3603 - Advanced Microbiology for the Health Professions Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Online] Spring [Online] Summer [Online] Characteristics of microorganisms and parasites - emphasizing mechanisms by which they cause disease in humans. Intended for students in the Clinical Laboratory Sciences program and those working that field. Cannot be used as a Microbiology elective course for Microbiology majors. MICR 3753 - Geomicrobiology Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Geomicrobiology is the study of the interactions between microorganisms and minerals. This course will explore 1. geological change mediated by microorganisms, 2. microbial evolution driven by geologically diverse habitats, and 3. applications of geomicrobiology, including understanding the evolution of life on earth, the study of life in extreme environments, and industrial applications of geomicrobiology. This team-taught course includes classroom discussion, laboratories, and field trips. Prerequisite: CHEM 1210 or approval of the instructor. Cross-listed with GEO 3753- MICR 3853 - Food Microbiology Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Role of microorganisms in food production, preservation, and spoilage. Two lectures and one 2-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: MICR 2054. MICR 4054 - Microbial Physiology Credits: (4) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Structure, function, and metabolism of microorganisms, with emphasis upon the bacteria. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: MICR 2054 and completion of or concurrent registration in CHEM 3070 . MICR 4154 - Microbial Genetics Credits: (4) Typically taught: Spring [Full Sem] Genetics of microorganisms and its applications, including mutation, gene transfer systems, recombination, plasmids, recombinant DNA technology, and transposons. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: MICR 2054 . CHEM 3070 recommended. MICR 4252 - Cell Culture Credits: (2) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Basic methods and applications for culturing plant and animal cells in vitro. Two 2-hour combined lecture and laboratory sessions per week. Prerequisite: MICR 2054 or BTNY 2104 and BTNY 2121. (cross-listed with Botany) MICR 4354 - Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology Credits: (4) Typically taught: Spring [Full Sem] Beneficial and detrimental involvement of microorganisms in industrial processes, microbial products, biotechnology, contamination control, and antimicrobial agents including antibiotics. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: MICR 2054 , CHEM 2310 or CHEM 3070 . MICR 3053 recommended. MICR 4554 - Virology Credits: (4) Typically taught: Spring [Full Sem] Virus structure, classification, genetics, replication and other interactions with the host, with emphasis on bacteriophage and animal viruses. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: MICR 2054 . MICR 4570 - Secondary School Science Teaching Methods Credits: (3) Acquaintance and practice with various teaching and assessment methods. Development of science curricula including lesson and unit plans. It is recommended that this course be completed immediately before student teaching. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. MICR 4800 - Directed Research Credits: (1-2) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Spring [Full Sem] Summer [Full Sem] Independent research under the advisement of a faculty member. No more than 3 credit hours of 4800 and no more than 2 credit hours of 4830 may count toward the major. Prerequisite: consent of instructor and a minimum of 6 credits of upper division microbiology course work. May be repeated up to 10 times for credit. MICR 4830 - Directed Readings Credits: (1-2) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Spring [Full Sem] Summer [Full Sem] Independent readings on advanced special topics under the direction of a faculty member. No more than 3 credit hours of 4800 and no more than 2 credit hours of 4830 may count Weber State University 2013-2014 Catalog