Academic Learning Compact - Microbiology and Cell Science (CALS & CLAS)

The Bachelor of Science in microbiology and cell science offers you flexibility in a curriculum that develops an excellent knowledge base and an understanding of concepts in microbiology, cell biology and the bio-molecular sciences. Emphasis will be placed on application of the scientific method to gain an understanding of the biological world at the cellular and molecular levels. You will learn to evaluate hypotheses, to interpret experimental data and to communicate results effectively.

This major is administered jointly by the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. 

Additional information is available from your major's website.

Before Graduating You Must

• Pass a microbiology and cell sciences competency test consisting of four parts, one part from each of the following required courses:
  • MCB 3023 Principles of Microbiology
  • MCB 4304 Genetics of Microorganisms or PCB 4522 Molecular Genetics
  • MCB 4203 Bacterial and Viral Pathogens or PCB 4233 Immunology
  • MCB 3023L Laboratory for Principles of Microbiology and MCB 4034L Advanced Microbiology Laboratory (or equivalent)
• Complete requirements for the baccalaureate degree, as determined by faculty.

Skills You Will Acquire in the Major (SLOs)

1. Knowledge in microbial classification, comparative physiology and metabolism, genetic information expression and cellular regulation, and mechanisms of host and pathogen interaction.
2. Analyze experimental data and interpret results in the cellular and molecular sciences.
3. Demonstrate the ability to articulate experimental results clearly in speech and in writing in an accepted style of presentation.