Support theFoundation Courses in Microbiology
MPF 111 Microorganisms and Human Disease (3)
Discussion of microorganisms and human diseases they cause, with particular emphasis on the impact of these relationships on the development of human societies' past, present, and future. Does not count as credit toward an A.B. in microbiology. IVA.
MPF, MPT 115 Biological Concepts: Ecology, Evolution, Genetics, and Diversity (4)
Integrated study of microbes, plants, and animals, emphasizing biological diversity and interdependence of life and the environment. Cross-listed with BOT 115 and ZOO 115. 3 Lec. 1 Lab. IVA, LAB. CASD/ LAB.
MPF, MPT 116 Biological Concepts: Structure, Function, Cellular and Molecular Biology (4)
Biological principles common to microbes, plants, and animals, including interactions between organism and the environment. Cross-listed with BOT 116 and ZOO 116. 3 Lec. 1 Lab. IVA, LAB. CAS-D/LAB.
MPF 121 The Microbial World (3)
Basic principles and concepts of microbiology as they pertain to current and foreseeable future issues that face us as individuals and members of society. Fosters appreciation of the novel and integral role microorganisms play in nature and their use in biotechnology. Does not count as credit toward an A.B. in microbiology. IVA.
MPF 123 Experimenting with Microbes (1)
A series of laboratory exercises and demonstrations emphasizing general techniques of isolation, characterization, and cultivation of selected microorganisms. Prior or concurrent registration in MBI 111 or 121 required. Does not count as credit toward an A.B. in microbiology. IVA, LAB CAS-D/LAB.
MPF 131 Community Health Perspectives (2)
Discussion of community health primarily from the perspective of leading causes of disease and death in the U.S. Exploration of the impact of environment, behavior, and disease, including prevention and treatment strategies, on human health, public resources, and quality of life for society. Does not count as credit toward an A.B. in microbiology. IVA.
MPF 143 Introduction to Clinical Laboratory Science (1)
Combined lecture and laboratory introduction to hematology, immunohematology, clinical chemistry, and medical microbiology. Field trip including laboratory exercises at Miami University-affiliated hospital laboratories. Does not count as credit toward an A.B. in microbiology. CAS-D/LAB.
MPF, MPT 161 Elementary Medical Microbiology (4)
Elementary microbiology for students interested in a single unit devoted to understanding characteristics and activities of microorganisms and their relation to health and disease. Taught in Hamilton and Middletown only. Does not count as credit toward an A.B. in microbiology. IVA, LAB. CASD/ LAB.
175 Environmental Science Seminar (1)
Introduces the multidisciplinary nature of environmental science and the solution to environmental problems. Does not count as credit toward an A.B. in microbiology. Cross-listed with BOT/CHM/GEO/GLG/MTH/STA/ ZOO 175.