BIOL 240 – General Microbiology (CRN: 84828)
at Skyline College for Fall 2025
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Course Information
Morphology, taxonomy, ecology, and physiology of microorganisms, with emphasis on bacteria. Laboratory techniques on culture and identification of bacteria. Recommended for agriculture, biochemistry, nursing, pre-medical and pre-dental, biotechnology engineering, and other life science majors.
Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
Lab hours/semester: 48-54
TBA hours/semester: 16-18
Homework hours/semester: 80-90
Prerequisites: Successful completion of a college-level laboratory science course.
Course Details
Grade Mode: {"L":"Letter Graded-Degree Applicabl"}
Units: 4
Department: Biology
Transfer Credit: UC/CSU
Meeting Information
| Instructor | Meeting Date | Meeting Time | Days | Building | Room | Section | Section Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oliver Yuan | 08/14 - 12/04 | 11:10am-12:25pm | T, Th | 12 | 130 | AB | Lecture and/or Discussion |
| Oliver Yuan | 08/14 - 12/04 | 1:10pm-2:25pm | T, Th | 07 | 7237 | AB | Laboratory/Studio/Activity |
| Oliver Yuan | 08/14 - 12/04 | TBA 1 Hrs/Wk | Remote | AB | Laboratory/Studio/Activity |
Critical Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Day to Add | August 26, 2025 |
| Last day to drop with a refund | August 26, 2025 |
| Last Day to drop without W Grade | September 1, 2025 |
| Last Day to drop with W Grade | November 12, 2025 |