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MMBIO 510

History and Philosophy of Microbiology and Molecular Biology

Microbiology and Molecular Biology College of Life Sciences

Course Description

Exploring the historical and philosophical context of great discoveries in microbiology and molecular biology through readings, group discussions, and analytical writing.

When Taught

Summer Term

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

2

Fixed

2

Fixed

2

Fixed

0

Title

Historical Perspective

Learning Outcome

The objective of this course is to examine the lives and accomplishments of a few of our science ancestors creating a clearer perspective of our place in the constellation of our science.