Microbiology for Health Science - BIO 150 at Brightpoint Community College


         
 
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BIO 150 - Microbiology for Health Science
Focuses on the general characteristics, cellular structure, and metabolism of microorganisms. Emphasizes microbial relationships with individual and community health. Includes impact of microbes on human health and disease, microbial pathogenicity, identifying and managing infectious diseases and controlling microbial growth, healthcare associated infections and epidemiology. Studies aseptic culturing techniques with hands-on experience in safe microbiology practices.
Lecture 3 hours. Recitation and laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite: BIO 101 or BIO 141
4 credits

Schedule at Brightpoint Community College

Spring 2026 ➜

Live Schedule
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
60433 BIO 150-A01 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-01-12 Virtual Campus (ELI, Internet) ER
PREREQUISITE: BIO 101 or BIO 141 with a grade of C or higher.
Students will be required to purchase a lab kit/kit voucher. Lab kits should be ordered promptly to ensure timely delivery of lab supplies.
This asynchronous online class has no scheduled Zoom or on-campus meetings. Reliable internet access is required to complete course activities and assignments. Students will access course material using Canvas, and it will be made available on or before the first day of the class session. Regular weekly assignments with established due dates are provided in Canvas.
This is an ACCESS course. The cost of course materials are included in tuition and fees. Materials are accessible through Canvas.
60434 BIO 150-A02 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-01-12 Virtual Campus (ELI, Internet) ER
This is an ACCESS course. The cost of course materials are included in tuition and fees. Materials are accessible through Canvas.
This asynchronous online class has no scheduled Zoom or on-campus meetings. Reliable internet access is required to complete course activities and assignments. Students will access course material using Canvas, and it will be made available on or before the first day of the class session. Regular weekly assignments with established due dates are provided in Canvas.
Students will be required to purchase a lab kit/kit voucher. Lab kits should be ordered promptly to ensure timely delivery of lab supplies.
PREREQUISITE: BIO 101 or BIO 141 with a grade of C or higher.
60435 BIO 150-A03 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-01-12 Virtual Campus (ELI, Internet) ER
PREREQUISITE: BIO 101 or BIO 141 with a grade of C or higher.
Students will be required to purchase a lab kit/kit voucher. Lab kits should be ordered promptly to ensure timely delivery of lab supplies.
This asynchronous online class has no scheduled Zoom or on-campus meetings. Reliable internet access is required to complete course activities and assignments. Students will access course material using Canvas, and it will be made available on or before the first day of the class session. Regular weekly assignments with established due dates are provided in Canvas.
This is an ACCESS course. The cost of course materials are included in tuition and fees. Materials are accessible through Canvas.
61081 BIO 150-A04 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-01-12 Virtual Campus (ELI, Internet) ER
This is an ACCESS course. The cost of course materials are included in tuition and fees. Materials are accessible through Canvas.
This asynchronous online class has no scheduled Zoom or on-campus meetings. Reliable internet access is required to complete course activities and assignments. Students will access course material using Canvas, and it will be made available on or before the first day of the class session. Regular weekly assignments with established due dates are provided in Canvas.
Students will be required to purchase a lab kit/kit voucher. Lab kits should be ordered promptly to ensure timely delivery of lab supplies.
PREREQUISITE: BIO 101 or BIO 141 with a grade of C or higher.
62846 BIO 150-A05 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-01-12 Virtual Campus (ELI, Internet) ER
This asynchronous online class has no scheduled Zoom or on-campus meetings. Reliable internet access is required to complete course activities and assignments. Students will access course material using Canvas, and it will be made available on or before the first day of the class session. Regular weekly assignments with established due dates are provided in Canvas.
This is an ACCESS course. The cost of course materials are included in tuition and fees. Materials are accessible through Canvas.
PREREQUISITE: BIO 101 or BIO 141 with a grade of C or higher.
Students will be required to purchase a lab kit/kit voucher. Lab kits should be ordered promptly to ensure timely delivery of lab supplies.
60436 BIO 150-C01 4
 M W   
9:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
 2026-01-12 Chester Campus P
This traditional seated class meets in-person on the Chester campus on the specified days and times.
This is an ACCESS course. The cost of course materials are included in tuition and fees. Materials are accessible through Canvas.
PREREQUISITE: BIO 101 or BIO 141 with a grade of C or higher.
61107 BIO 150-C71 4
 M W   
6:30 p.m.-9:20 p.m.
 2026-01-12 Chester Campus P
This is an ACCESS course. The cost of course materials are included in tuition and fees. Materials are accessible through Canvas.
PREREQUISITE: BIO 101 or BIO 141 with a grade of C or higher.
This traditional seated class meets in-person on the Chester campus on the specified days and times.
61068 BIO 150-M01 4
  Tu Th  
9:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
 2026-01-12 Midlothian P
This is an ACCESS course. The cost of course materials are included in tuition and fees. Materials are accessible through Canvas.
This traditional seated class meets in-person on the Midlothian campus on the specified days and times.
PREREQUISITE: BIO 101 or BIO 141 with a grade of C or higher.
60930 BIO 150-MA31 4
       
     F 
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
9:30 a.m.-1:20 p.m.
 2026-03-10 Midlothian HY
PREREQUISITE: BIO 101 or BIO 141 with a grade of C or higher.
This hybrid class requires in-person meetings at the Midlothian campus on the specified days and times. Due to shortened in-person meetings, students must complete some required activities outside of class. Regular weekly assignments with established due dates are provided in Canvas. Reliable internet access is required.
This is an ACCESS course. The cost of course materials are included in tuition and fees. Materials are accessible through Canvas.

Summer 2026 ➜

Live Schedule
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
61079 BIO 150-A71 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-05-18 Virtual Campus (ELI, Internet) ER
PREREQUISITE: BIO 101 or BIO 141 with a grade of C or higher.
Students will be required to purchase a lab kit/kit voucher. Lab kits should be ordered promptly to ensure timely delivery of lab supplies.
This is an ACCESS course. The cost of course materials are included in tuition and fees. Materials are accessible through Canvas.
This asynchronous online class has no scheduled Zoom or on-campus meetings. Reliable internet access is required to complete course activities and assignments. Students will access course material using Canvas, and it will be made available on or before the first day of the class session. Regular weekly assignments with established due dates are provided in Canvas.
61080 BIO 150-A73 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-05-18 Virtual Campus (ELI, Internet) ER
PREREQUISITE: BIO 101 or BIO 141 with a grade of C or higher.
This is an ACCESS course. The cost of course materials are included in tuition and fees. Materials are accessible through Canvas.
This asynchronous online class has no scheduled Zoom or on-campus meetings. Reliable internet access is required to complete course activities and assignments. Students will access course material using Canvas, and it will be made available on or before the first day of the class session. Regular weekly assignments with established due dates are provided in Canvas.
Students will be required to purchase a lab kit/kit voucher. Lab kits should be ordered promptly to ensure timely delivery of lab supplies.
61081 BIO 150-A74 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-05-18 Virtual Campus (ELI, Internet) ER
This is an ACCESS course. The cost of course materials are included in tuition and fees. Materials are accessible through Canvas.
This asynchronous online class has no scheduled Zoom or on-campus meetings. Reliable internet access is required to complete course activities and assignments. Students will access course material using Canvas, and it will be made available on or before the first day of the class session. Regular weekly assignments with established due dates are provided in Canvas.
Students will be required to purchase a lab kit/kit voucher. Lab kits should be ordered promptly to ensure timely delivery of lab supplies.
PREREQUISITE: BIO 101 or BIO 141 with a grade of C or higher.
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