MAJORING IN MICROBIOLOGY

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1 MAJORING IN MICROBIOLOGY Microbiology is an exciting field with challenging frontiers that include: genetic engineering, cancer research, cellular mechanisms of infectious disease, basic research in cell and molecular biology, as well as microbial ecology. Microbiologists today apply new technical approaches such as gene cloning, electron microscopy, and computer technology, to such diverse groups of organisms, as bacteria, viruses, algae, protozoa, fungi, and animal and plant cells. Microbiologists with the bachelor's degree are needed in areas such as medical, clinical, public health, marine, environmental, and industrial microbiology. Students graduating at the bachelor's level are employed as laboratory technicians in hospitals, the biotechnology industry, food and drug industries, manufacturing concerns producing biological products, and state and federal agencies such as the Environmental Protection Agency or the U. S. Department of Agriculture. There is also an increasing need for graduates with microbiology training in sales, management, and secondary education. The future appears bright for students who prepare themselves thoroughly in microbiology and have a strong background in chemistry (including biochemistry), physics, mathematics, and computers. The Bachelor of Science degree in microbiology is designed to provide a basic foundation for a career in microbiology. In addition, the program provides the freedom to construct an interdisciplinary curriculum through its elective system. The degree is a great preparation for graduate school and for professional schools. Our faculty conduct research in many areas of microbiology including cellular and molecular biology, genetics, immunology, marine microbiology, microbial ecology, pathogenic bacteriology, and microbial physiology. Cooperative programs with several other disciplines on campus permit students to participate in interdepartmental research programs. The department is building a relationship with leaders in the biotechnology industry who are sponsoring internships for further training and development of our students. Freshman Year Biology (8 credits) Language or culture cluster required (6) Inorganic Chemistry (8) Mathematics (6) Junior Year Genetics (3 credits) Biochemistry (3) Immunology (3) Microbiology Electives (3) Free Electives (9) Sophomore Year Organic Chemistry (8 credits) Physics (8) Introductory Microbiology (4) Microbiology Elective (3) Free Elective (3) Senior Year Advanced Microbiology (10 credits) Microbiology Seminar (1) Microbiology Electives (6) Free Electives (10)

2 The overall program requires 120 credits and this program leads to a Bachelor of Science degree in microbiology. Courses and general areas of interest Medical Microbiology Introductory Diagnostic Microbiology Immunology and Serology Virology Pathogenic Bacteriology Public Health Practicum Cell Biology, Cellular Development Cell Biology Fine Structures of the Animal Cell Developmental Biology Eukaryotic Microbiology/Protistology Genetics, Microbial Physiology, Metabolism Microbial Genetics Molecular Biology Bacterial Physiology Molecular Genetics Techniques in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics Ecology, Industrial Microbiology Marine Microbiology Issues in Biotechnology Department of Cell and Molecular Biology 120 Flagg Road Center for Biotechnology and Life Sciences The University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI (Phone ) Web address: The University of Rhode Island prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, color, creed, national origin, handicap, or sexual orientation, and discrimination against disabled and Vietnam era veterans.

3 MICROBIOLOGY, 120 CREDITS Effective Fall 2010 College of the Environment & Life Sciences (CELS) Department of Cell & Molecular Biology STUDENT ADVISOR General Education (27 credits +11 Basic Sciences) C: COM 100 (3), CW: WRT (3) Concentration (26 credits) MIC 333 (3) MIC 413 (3) MQ: (3 cr. from Basic Science Requirements) N: (8 cr. from Basic Science Requirements) MIC 415 (2) MIC 416 (2) MIC 414 (3) MIC 495 (1) S: (3) (3) (15 credits from L, A, and F) L: A: F: Introductory Professional Courses (4 credits) MIC 211* (4) *MIC 211 is highly recommended but students may substitute it for MIC 201. Basic Sciences (44 credits) BCH 311 (3) BIO 101 (4) BIO 102 (4) BIO 352 (3) CHM 101 (3), 102 (1) CHM 112 (3), 114 (1) CHM 226 (2), 227 (3), 228 (3) MTH 111 (3), or 132 (3), or 142 (3) or STA 307/8 (3) Select from the following courses to fulfill the reminder 12 credits needed. MIC 412 (3) MIC 422 (3) MIC 432 (3) BIO 327 (3) BIO 341 (3) BIO 437 (3) MIC491/492 (up to 6 credits) MIC 576 (4) BIO 331 (3) BIO 432 (4) BIO 465 (3) Free Electives (19 credits) Students may take courses of their choice. MTH 131 (3) or MTH 141 (3) PHY 111 (3), 185 (1) PHY 112 (3), 186 (1) *8 credits apply to N category & 3 credits apply to MQ for General Ed credits. 120 credits required Student Total ADVISING COMMENTS:

4 MICROBIOLOGY, Biotechnology Effective Fall 2010 College of the Environment & Life Sciences (CELS) Department: Cell and Molecular Biology, , UC Advisor: Bethany Jenkins, Option: Biotechnology Credits: 120 The Major: Microbiology is an exciting field with challenging frontiers that include genetic engineering, cancer research, cellular mechanisms of infection, basic research in cell and molecular biology, and microbial ecology. Microbiologists today apply new technical approaches such as gene cloning, electron microscopy, and computer technology, to bacteria, viruses, algae, protozoa, fungi, and to animal and plant cells. Career Options: This option or track is specifically designed for students who are interested in working in the biotechnology industry. The track was designed in consultation with workers from the biotechnology industry in New England. Transfer out of UC: Must have completed at least 24 credits, minimum GPA of 2.00, and received permission from the UC major advisor. General Education (36 credits): All Category MQ (Mathematical & Quantitative Reasoning) and N (Natural Sciences) General Education requirements (9 cr.) are satisfied by courses taken as part of the major. Thus, to satisfy URI s General Education requirements, CMB students should take COM 100, WRT 104/105 or 106, 6 cr. in Category S (Social Sciences), and only 15 credits of General Education courses from Category A (Fine Arts & Literature), L (Letters), or F (Foreign Language/Culture). See the URI Course Catalog (also on the web at for a listing of all General Education courses. Freshman Year Biology (8 credits) Language or culture cluster required (6) Inorganic Chemistry (8) Mathematics (6) General Education Requirements (3) Junior Year Genetics (4 credits) Biochemistry (3) Immunology (3) Cell Biology (3) Organic Chem Lab (2) Molecular Biology (3) Sophomore Year Organic Chemistry (6 credits) Physics (8) Introductory Microbiology (4) Biotechnology (3) Elective (3) Senior Year Advanced Microbiology (5 credits) Biotechnology Internship (12) Free Electives (10) General Education Requirements (3) Introductory Professional Courses (7 credits): * For more information about the major contact the CMB University College advisor listed above.

5 Effective Fall 2010 MIC 190 Issues in Biotechnology MIC 211 or 201 Introductory Microbiology Basic Sciences (44 credits)- 9 credits applicable to General Education: BCH 311 Introductory Biochemistry BIO 101 Principles of Biology I BIO 102 Principles of Biology II BIO 352 Genetics CHM 101, 102 General Chemistry I, Lab CHM 112, 114 General Chemistry II, Lab CHM 226 Organic Chemistry Lab CHM 227 Organic Chemistry I CHM 228 Organic Chemistry II MTH 111 Pre-calculus MTH 131 or 141 Applied Calculus or Calculus PHY 111, 185 General Physics I, Lab PHY 112, 186 General Physics II, Lab Concentration (26 credits): BIO 341 Cell Biology MIC 333 Immunology and Serology MIC 413, 415 Advanced Microbiology I, Lab MIC 437 Fundamentals of Molecular Biology MIC 499 Biotechnology Internship Free Electives (16 credits) You may take 16 credits of your choice. * For more information about the major contact the CBM University College advisor listed above.

6 MICROBIOLOGY, 120 CREDITS Effective Fall 2010 Biotechnology Option College of the Environment & Life Sciences (CELS) Department of Cell & Molecular Biology STUDENT ADVISOR General Education (27 credits +11 Basic Science) C: COM 100 (3), CW: WRT (3) Concentration (29 credits) MIC190 (3) MIC 333 (3) MQ: (3 cr. from Basic Science) N: (8 cr. from Basic Science) S: (3) (3) MIC 413 (3) BIO341 (3) BIO437 (3) MIC 415 (2) MIC 499 (12) (15 credits from L, A, and F) L: A: F: Introductory Professional Courses (4 credits) MIC 211* (4) *MIC 211 is highly recommended but students may substitute it for MIC 201. Basic Sciences (44 credits)* BCH 311 (3) BIO 101 (4) BIO 102 (4) Free Electives (16 credits) Students may take courses of their choice. BIO 352 (3) CHM 101 (3), 102 (1) CHM 112 (3), 114 (1) CHM 226 (2), 227 (3), 228 (3) MTH 111 (3), or 132 (3), or 142 (3) or STA307/308 (3) MTH 131 (3) or MTH 141 (3) PHY 111 (3), 185 (1) PHY 112 (3), 186 (1) *8 credits apply to N category & 3 credits apply to MQ. 120 credits required Student Total ADVISING COMMENTS: