Microbiology for Health Science - BIO 150 at Piedmont Virginia 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 Piedmont Virginia Community College

Spring 2025 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
40133 BIO 150-01 4
  Tu Th  
12:45 p.m.-2:05 p.m.
 2025-01-21 MAIN P
40146 BIO 150-42 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-01-21 VIRTUAL WW
This course requires in-person proctored testing at PVCC as described in the course syllabus.
This section is internet based with no scheduled in-person or online meeting times. All instruction is provided through the college's learning management system, Canvas.
40149 BIO 150-43 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-01-21 VIRTUAL WW
This course requires in-person proctored testing at PVCC as described in the course syllabus.
This section is internet based with no scheduled in-person or online meeting times. All instruction is provided through the college's learning management system, Canvas.

Fall 2025 ➜

Not scheduled
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