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 2025 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
22580 BIO 150-A01 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-01-13 Virtual Campus (ELI, Internet) ER
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.
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.
22581 BIO 150-A02 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-01-13 Virtual Campus (ELI, Internet) ER
PREREQUISITE: BIO 101 or BIO 141 with a grade of C or higher.
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.
Students will be required to purchase a lab kit/kit voucher. Lab kits should be ordered promptly to ensure timely delivery of lab supplies.
22582 BIO 150-A03 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-01-13 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.
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.
23518 BIO 150-A04 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-01-13 Virtual Campus (ELI, Internet) P
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.
23600 BIO 150-A05 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-01-13 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.
22583 BIO 150-C01 4
 M W   
9:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
 2025-01-13 Chester Campus P
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.
This is an ACCESS course. The cost of course materials are included in tuition and fees. Materials are accessible through Canvas.
23602 BIO 150-C71 4
 M W   
6:30 p.m.-9:20 p.m.
 2025-01-13 Chester Campus P
This traditional seated class meets in-person on the Chester campus on the specified days and times.
23498 BIO 150-M01 4
  Tu Th  
9:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
 2025-01-13 Midlothian P
This is an ACCESS course. The cost of course materials are included in tuition and fees. Materials are accessible through Canvas.
23278 BIO 150-MA31 4
     F 
       
9:30 a.m.-1:20 p.m.
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-03-11 Blended-Internet/On-Campus 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.
23269 BIO 150-ZA71 4
       
  Tu Th  
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
6:30 p.m.-7:50 p.m.
 2025-01-13 VIRTUAL - REAL TIME 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 synchronous hybrid class meets online on specific days and times over Zoom. Your instructor will facilitate live online lectures and discussions. Attendance via Zoom is a required component of the course. Students must complete activities in Canvas outside of class due to reduced class meeting times. Regular weekly assignments with established due dates are provided in Canvas. Students may attend class from anywhere using a computer or mobile device. Reliable internet access and a Zoom-capable device are required.

Summer 2025 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
33246 BIO 150-A71 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-05-19 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.
33247 BIO 150-A72 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-05-19 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.
33248 BIO 150-A73 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-05-19 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.
33249 BIO 150-A74 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-05-19 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.
33250 BIO 150-ZA71 4
       
 M W   
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
6:00 p.m.-7:20 p.m.
 2025-05-19 VIRTUAL - REAL TIME HY
This synchronous hybrid class meets online on specific days and times over Zoom. Your instructor will facilitate live online lectures and discussions. Attendance via Zoom is a required component of the course. Students must complete activities in Canvas outside of class due to reduced class meeting times. Regular weekly assignments with established due dates are provided in Canvas. Students may attend class from anywhere using a computer or mobile device. Reliable internet access and a Zoom-capable device are required.
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