Fall 2023 - BISC 303 D100
Microbiology (4)
Class Number: 1839
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Sep 6 – Oct 6, 2023: Tue, Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
BurnabyOct 11 – Dec 5, 2023: Tue, Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby -
Exam Times + Location:
Dec 16, 2023
Sat, 12:00–3:00 p.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Jane Fowler
sjfowler@sfu.ca
778-782-3441
Office: SSB 6153
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Instructor:
Agata Becalska
anb@sfu.ca
778-782-5936
Office: B9243
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Prerequisites:
BISC 102, MBB 222, and MBB 231, all with a minimum grade of C-.
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
A broad introduction to micro-organisms (bacteria, viruses and archaea) with an emphasis on their molecular biology, metabolism, physiology, and interactions with their hosts and environment. Labs introduce students to modern microbial techniques.
COURSE DETAILS:
COURSE DETAILS:
Students will be introduced to the unique biology of microorganisms as well as their importance in the environment and in medicine. Lecture topics complement the lab exercises (see below) and will include: Diversity- Structure, function, and taxonomy; Metabolism - growth and metabolic diversity; bacterial genetics, viruses, symbiosis, pathogenesis, microbial control and industrial/ environmental applications.
Laboratory Component: The laboratory exercises familiarize students with basic techniques in microbiology. Labs will commence during the first week of classes.
Grading
- • Lab Assignments 50%
- • Midterm Exam 15%
- • Final Exam 35%
REQUIREMENTS:
Laboratory Component: The laboratory exercises familiarize students with basic techniques in microbiology. Labs will commence during the first week of classes. Students are required to participate in approximately one hour of open lab time per week (on Wednesdays and/or Fridays) in addition to scheduled lab times.
Materials
REQUIRED READING:
Prescott’s Microbiology 12th Edition (2023) by Willey, Sherwood and Wolverton, McGraw Hill Higher Education ISBN 9781264088393
Connect (w/ Smartbook ebook) and the hard copy print edition are both acceptable.
REQUIRED READING NOTES:
Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.
Registrar Notes:
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS
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RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION
Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the semester are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.