Microbiology explores the invisible world of organisms too small to see with the naked eye — yet powerful enough to shape ecosystems, drive disease, and fuel biotechnology. This intermediate track begins with the historical foundations of microbiology and microscopy, then dives deep into the biology of bacteria, viruses, and eukaryotic microbes. You will study microbial genetics including horizontal gene transfer and CRISPR, explore the human immune response to infection, and finish with real-world applications from antibiotic resistance to bioremediation. Each module features rich visual content, practice quizzes, and a capstone project that ties together the entire course.
Explore the history of microbiology, microscopy techniques, the domains of life, and fundamental cell structures
Study bacterial morphology, Gram staining, metabolism, growth curves, and biofilm formation
Examine viral structure, replication cycles, classification systems, bacteriophages, and emerging viruses
Study fungi, protists, parasites, and algae — their biology, diversity, and roles in health and ecosystems
Understand DNA replication, mutation, horizontal gene transfer, and CRISPR-Cas genome editing in microorganisms
Study innate and adaptive immune responses, antibodies, vaccines, and immunodeficiency disorders
Explore antibiotic resistance, food microbiology, bioremediation, industrial uses of microbes, and complete a capstone project
A comprehensive 20-question assessment covering all topics from the Microbiology track