NWSCC

BIO 220 General Microbiology Lecture

Dr. H. Johnson

Course Description: This course includes historical perspectives, cell structure and function, microbial genetics, infectious diseases, immunology, distribution, physiology, culture identification, classification, and disease control of microorganisms. The laboratory experience includes micro-techniques, distribution, culture, identification, and control.

Instructor Information: Dr. H. Johnson, Office: 111C Bevill Center Shoals Campus, S 14 Building 303 Phil Campbell Campus (semesters when I’m scheduled there), 256-331-5326, e-mail: r to this link (or my office door) to find my current office hours (and those of any instructor):

Required Texts:

Foundations in Microbiology, 7thor 8thed. by Talaro and Chess (earlier editions are also acceptable)

BIO 220 General Microbiology Notes by Dr. H. Johnson – available in the NWSCC Bookstore

Textbooks are available at the bookstore for purchase or rental and online versions and sources are also fine. The Notes workbook contains note-taking questions and is available at the bookstore.

Other Required Materials: 7 Scantron forms (available at the campus bookstore), notebook, writing utensil.

Course Policies: Cell phones must be kept on silent or vibrate and must be answered outside of class. Excessive talking, coming and going, or other disturbance will not be tolerated. Make every effort to be on time to class every day.

Attendance Policy:

Attendance is absolutely required to all class meetings. It is much easier to come to class at the appointed time and have the material taught to you by an expert than to try and find time to teach yourself.

Tentative Lecture Schedule:

Section 1: Microscopy & Survey of Microorganisms
Topic / Chapter
Introduction to Microbiology
The Main Themes of Microbiology / 1
The Chemistry of Biology – read and study on your own, especially if you have not had BIO 103 / 2
Tools of the Laboratory: Methods of Studying Microorganisms / 3
A Survey of Prokaryotic Cells and Microorganisms / 4
A Survey of Eukaryotic Cells and Microorganisms / 5
An Introduction to Viruses / 6
*Lecture Exam 1* (Chapters 1, 3, 4, 5, & 6)
Microbial Growth, Metabolism, and Genetics
Microbial Nutrition, Ecology, and Growth / 7
An Introduction to Microbial Metabolism: The Chemical Crossroads of Life / 8
Microbial Genetics / 9
*Lecture Exam 2* (Chapters 7, 8, & 9)
Microbial Control and Microbe-Human Interactions
Physical and Chemical Agents for Microbial Control / 11
Drugs, Microbes, Host – The Elements of Chemotherapy / 12
Microbe-Human Interactions: Infection and Disease / 13
*Lecture Exam 3* (Chapters 11, 12, & 13)
Immunology
Host Defenses / 14
Adaptive, Specific Immunity and Immunization / 15
Disorders in Immunity / 16
Diagnosing Infections / 17
*Lecture Exam 4* (Chapters 14, 15, 16, & 17)
Medically Significant Microorganisms
The Gram-Positive and Gram-Negative Cocci of Medical Importance / 18
The Gram-Positive Bacilli of Medical Importance / 19
The Gram-Negative Bacilli of Medical Importance / 20
*Lecture Exam 5* (Chapters 18, 19, 20)
Miscellaneous Bacterial Agents of Disease / 21
The Fungi of Medical Importance / 22
The Parasites of Medical Importance / 23
Introduction to Viruses that Infect Humans: The DNA Viruses / 24
The RNA Viruses that Infect Humans / 25
*Lecture Exam 6* (Chapters 21, 22, 23, 24, 25)

Grading Policy:

Assessment / Points
Lecture Exam 1 / 100
Lecture Exam 2 / 100
Lecture Exam 3 / 100
Lecture Exam 4 / 100
Lecture Exam 5 / 100
Lecture Exam 6 / 100
Total Lecture Points / 600
Total Laboratory Points / 276
Total of Points for BIO220 / 876
BIO 220 Grading Scale
Points / Grade
788-876 / A
700-787 / B
613-699 / C
525-612 / D
Below 525 / F

To calculate your grade:

______Your points so far______X 100 = Your current grade

Possible points for assignments/exams so far

Important Dates:

Event / Date
Spring Classes Begin / Jan. 8th
Add/Drop / Jan. 8-10
MLK Holiday (no classes) / Jan. 20th
Spring Break (no classes) / Mar. 24th-29th
Last Day to Withdraw with a “W” / Apr. 28th
Last day of classes / May 5th
Final Exams / May 6th-9th, 12th
Specific Final Exam Time/Date for This Class
*Note that final exams are often given at a different time/day than the regular class time/day. / Refer to the following link for all of your final exam dates:

Makeup Policy:

  • Lecture Exams: If you miss a Lecture Exam, you can make it up WITHIN 1 WEEK OF THE DATE when the exam was given to the rest of the class ONLY at a time/day arranged with the instructor.

Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP):

“Strengthening Mathematical Foundations Through Innovative Teaching.” This course will support the QEP statement through the utilization of basic math skills, including measurements.

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA):

It is the policy of Northwest-Shoals Community College to comply with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Any student covered under this act who needs and desires reasonable accommodations for this class should notify the instructor.

If you need extra time on assignments, you must make arrangements with me PRIOR TO THE DUE DATE of the assignment.

Withdrawal

A student who is unable to complete a course is expected to withdraw from that course by proper withdrawal procedures. Students should contact or visit the Admissions Office for assistance with the withdrawal procedures. Upon withdrawal from a course, a grade of “W” will be assigned for the specific course. The grade of “W” will have no effect on the student’s GPA. No withdrawals will be allowed beginning five (5) business days prior to the start of final exams.

Smoke-free environment

Northwest-Shoals Community College (NW-SCC) is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for its employees, students and visitors. NW-SCC has established a smoke-free environment on its campuses. Consequently, the use of tobacco smoking products, electronic cigarettes, including the carrying of any lighted smoking instrument, in College buildings or upon other College premises, is prohibited. NW-SCC will continue to uphold the current policy that the use of ALL tobacco products is prohibited in all buildings on each campus. Failure to adhere may result in a fine.

NW-SCC Firearms/Weapons Policy

Northwest-Shoals Community College (NW-SCC) is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for its employees, students and visitors. Consequently, firearms and weapons of any kind are strictly prohibited in College buildings or upon other College property at all times.Realistic facsimiles of weapons are also not allowed.