Microbiology for Health Science - BIO 150 at Virginia Western Community College


         
 
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BIO 150 - Microbiology for Health Science
Focuses on the general characteristics, cellular structure, and metabolism of microorganisms. Emphasizes microbial relationships with individual and community health. Includes impact of microbes on human health and disease, microbial pathogenicity, identifying and managing infectious diseases and controlling microbial growth, healthcare associated infections and epidemiology. Studies aseptic culturing techniques with hands-on experience in safe microbiology practices.
Lecture 3 hours. Recitation and laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite: BIO 101 or BIO 141
4 credits

Schedule at Virginia Western Community College

Spring 2025 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
30844 BIO 150-11 0
  Tu Th  
9:30 a.m.-10:45 a.m.
 2025-01-13 Main P
30845 BIO 150-11L 4
  Tu Th  
8:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m.
 2025-01-13 Main P
Enrolling in this lab automatically registers the student in BIO 150-11.
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
31239 BIO 150-14 0
 M W   
12:30 p.m.-1:45 p.m.
 2025-01-13 Main P
31240 BIO 150-14L 4
 M W   
2:00 p.m.-3:15 p.m.
 2025-01-13 Main P
Enrolling in this lab automatically registers the student in BIO 150-14 lecture.
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
40535 BIO 150-HY1 0
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-01-13 Virtual Distance Learning HY
This is a hybrid class delivered partially in the classroom and partially on the web.
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
40536 BIO 150-HY1L 4
 M W   
5:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
 2025-01-13 Main HY
Enrolling in this lab will also enroll the student into the BIO 150-HY1 lecture.
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
This is a hybrid class delivered partially in the classroom and partially on the web.
30942 BIO 150-V1 0
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-01-13 Virtual Distance Learning WW
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
30941 BIO 150-V1L 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-01-13 Virtual Distance Learning WW
Enrolling in this lab automatically registers the student in BIO 150- V1 online lecture.
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/

Summer 2025 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
33980 BIO 150-11 0
 M W   
6:15 p.m.-8:50 p.m.
 2025-05-19 Main P
33981 BIO 150-11L 4
 M W   
4:00 p.m.-6:15 p.m.
 2025-05-19 Main P
When a student enrolls in this lab, the student will also be enrolled in the BIO 150-11 lecture.
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
33817 BIO 150-V1 0
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-05-19 Virtual Distance Learning WW
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
33818 BIO 150-V1L 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-05-19 Virtual Distance Learning WW
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
Enrolling in this online lab automatically registers the student in BIO 150-V1 online lecture.

Fall 2025 ➜

Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
43081 BIO 150-12 0
  Tu Th  
11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
 2025-08-25 Main P
43082 BIO 150-12L 4
  Tu Th  
12:15 p.m.-1:45 p.m.
 2025-08-25 Main P
Enrolling in this lab will also enroll the student in BIO 150-12 in person lecture.
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
42566 BIO 150-V1 0
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-08-25 Virtual Distance Learning WW
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
42702 BIO 150-V1L 4
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2025-08-25 Virtual Distance Learning WW
See College Catalog for course requisite(s).
Access to a personal computer and internet are required for this online course. For information on the required minimum computer specifications visit: https://www.virginiawestern.edu/online/computer-access/
This course may require proctored testing as described in the course syllabus. A student may request an alternative proctoring method, but the student will be responsible for any additional fees associated with the alternative method.
Enrolling in this lab will also enroll the student in BIO 150-V1 lecture.
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