BMB 409 - Applied Microbiology

Examines applications of microbiology including the principles for control of plant, animal, and human diseases and vectors, bacteriology of probiotics in disease prevention, host-microbe interactions during human and animal vaccine development, microbial roles in bioremediation and composting, and industrial uses of fermentation. Specific focus will be on biological and biochemical characteristics of microorganisms involved in these processes.

Core Curriculum/Core Requirements:

Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in BMB 300

Course Typically Offered: Spring, Alternating

Credits: 3