- Type Validation
- Level Foundational
- Time Months
- Cost Paid
Microbiology (SCIE1045)
Issued by
SOPHIA Learning
Sophia’s Microbiology course is designed to introduce you to the field of microbiology including the tools used, organisms studied, methods of clinical testing, control of microorganisms, and the role of microorganisms in health and disease. The course also covers essential biological concepts as they relate to microbiology, including metabolic processes, genetics, evolution, genetic engineering, biotechnology, immunology, and more.
- Type Validation
- Level Foundational
- Time Months
- Cost Paid
Skills
- adaptive immunity
- biotechnology and microbial metabolism
- classification and taxonomy of microorganisms
- disease of the immune system
- DNA
- laboratory analysis of pathogens
- microbial genetics
- microbial growth
- microbial strategies to causing disease and common infectious diseases
- microscopic use and function
- prokaryotes, eukaryotes, and acellular pathogens
- protein synthesis and genetic transfer
- RNA
- Vaccines
Earning Criteria
Endorsements
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American Council on Education
This credential has been successfully evaluated by the American Council on Education for college credit. It is recommended for a total of 3 college credits. For more information about ACE Learning Evaluations, visit www.acenet.edu. -
American Council on Education
3 semester hours in Introduction to Microbiology in the lower-division undergraduate category