Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology
Mission Statement
The mission of the department is to conduct outstanding research and provide exceptional educational experiences in a collegial environment. At the same time, we transform academic experiences from classrooms to careers by merging scholarly activities with practical skills in translational science, vaccine development, microbial pathogenesis, and immunology.
The Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology holds to the core values of integrity in academic studies and research; respect; responsibility and accountability; and fostering a culture of community and communication.
General Information
The Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology connects outstanding research programs to the academic mission of preparing students for professional careers in microbiology and immunology, medical and public health service fields, education, research, and industry. The Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology is committed to providing students with foundations to link their educational experience to basic and translational biomedical research activities built by department faculty with expertise in the areas of vaccine development, microbial pathogenesis, and mechanisms of immune dysregulation in health and disease.
Program Outcomes
The Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology program provides students the opportunity to:
- Understand the foundations of host-pathogen interactions and immune-related diseases.
- Understand how to relate core methods of microbiology and immunology to the science of vaccine development, microbial pathogenesis, and human disease.
- Apply microbiology and immunology knowledge to solve current health problems.
- Effectively communicate microbiology- and immunology-related methods and results in written and oral form.
Degrees
The Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology offers a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Microbiology and Immunology.
The B.S. Degree in Microbiology and Immunology program of study is structured around a comprehensive core curriculum that includes upper-division level course work designed to achieve a deeper knowledge, understanding, and experience in several specialized areas of microbiology and immunology.
Health Careers Pathways
The Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology offers programs that support students interested in pursuing professional or graduate programs (e.g., medical, dental) in health-related professions through the B.S. Microbiology & Immunology degree. Microbiology & Immunology majors can also participate in the Joint Early Acceptance Program between UTSA and UT Health San Antonio, where students can earn their B.S. Microbiology & Immunology degree from UTSA and a Master of Science (M.S) in Medical Laboratory Sciences from UT Health San Antonio. See the Degrees page and visit the UTSA Health Professions office for more information.
COS Signature Experiences in Molecular Microbiology and Immunology
The Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology offers experiential learning opportunities for undergraduate students in which they can gain real-world experiences while also learning about the broader impacts of their work within their fields of study. All undergraduate students have the option to participate in a College of Sciences (COS) Signature Experience. Students should contact the Undergraduate Advisor of Record for the Microbiology and Immunology major for a list of relevant signature experiences.
Undergraduate Research Opportunities
The Department of Molecular Microbiology & Immunology offers a mentored laboratory-based research experience (MMI 3733) for undergraduate students in which they can gain real-world research experiences while also learning about the broader impacts of their work within the microbiology and immunology fields.
Bachelor of Science Degree in Microbiology and Immunology
The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Microbiology and Immunology is designed to prepare students for careers in the medical/health professions and service fields, research, education, and industry.
A minimum number of 120 semester credit hours is required for the B.S. in Microbiology and Immunology, including Core Curriculum requirements. At least 39 of the total semester credit hours required for the degree must be at the upper-division level.
All major and support work courses and the required prerequisites must be completed with a grade of “C-” or better.
Core Curriculum Requirements (42 semester credit hours)
Students seeking the B.S. Degree in Microbiology and Immunology must fulfill University Core Curriculum requirements in the same manner as other students. The courses listed below satisfy both degree requirements and Core Curriculum requirements; however, if these courses are taken to satisfy both requirements, then students may need to take additional courses in order to meet the minimum number of semester credit hours required for this degree.
MAT 1193 may be used to satisfy the core requirement in Mathematics as well as a major requirement.
Two of the following courses may be used to satisfy the core requirement in Life and Physical Sciences as well as major requirements: BIO 1203, BIO 1223, PHY 1943, or PHY 1963.
For a complete listing of courses that satisfy the Core Curriculum requirements, see Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements.
Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements
First Year Experience Requirement (3 semester credit hours)
All students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AIS 1203 | Academic Introduction and Strategies (core component area 090) | 3 |
| AIS 1213 | AIS: Architecture, Construction, and Planning (core component area 090) | 3 |
| AIS 1223 | AIS: Arts and Humanities (core component area 090) | 3 |
| AIS 1233 | AIS: Business (core component area 090) | 3 |
| AIS 1243 | AIS: Engineering, Mathematics, and Sciences (core component area 090) | 3 |
| AIS 1253 | AIS: Interdisciplinary Education (core component area 090) | 3 |
| AIS 1263 | AIS: Life and Health Sciences (core component area 090) | 3 |
| AIS 1273 | AIS: Social Sciences and Public Policy (core component area 090) | 3 |
Communication (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete the following courses, for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| WRC 1013 | Freshman Composition I (TCCN: ENGL 1301) | 3 |
| WRC 1023 | Freshman Composition II (TCCN: ENGL 1302) | 3 |
Mathematics (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CS 1173 | Data Analysis and Visualization | 3 |
| MAT 1023 | College Algebra with Applications (TCCN: MATH 1314) | 3 |
| MAT 1043 | Quantitative Reasoning (TCCN: MATH 1332) | 3 |
| MAT 1053 | Mathematics for Business (TCCN: MATH 1324) | 3 |
| MAT 1073 | Algebra for Scientists and Engineers (TCCN: MATH 1314) | 3 |
| MAT 1093 | Precalculus (TCCN: MATH 2312) | 3 |
| MAT 1133 | Calculus for Business (TCCN: MATH 1325) | 3 |
| MAT 1193 | Calculus for the Biosciences (TCCN: MATH 2313) | 3 |
| MAT 1213 | Calculus I (TCCN: MATH 2313) | 3 |
| STA 1053 | Basic Statistics (TCCN: MATH 1342) | 3 |
Life and Physical Sciences (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete two of the following courses for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ANT 2033 | Introduction to Biological Anthropology (TCCN: ANTH 2301) | 3 |
| AST 1013 | Introduction to Astronomy (TCCN: ASTR 1303) | 3 |
| AST 1033 | Exploration of the Solar System (TCCN: ASTR 1304) | 3 |
| BIO 1203 | Biosciences I for Science Majors (TCCN: BIOL 1306) | 3 |
| BIO 1223 | Biosciences II for Science Majors (TCCN: BIOL 1307) | 3 |
| BIO 1233 | Contemporary Biology I (TCCN: BIOL 1308) | 3 |
| BIO 1243 | Contemporary Biology II (TCCN: BIOL 1309) | 3 |
| CHE 1083 | Introduction to the Molecular Structure of Matter | 3 |
| CHE 1093 | Introduction to Molecular Transformations | 3 |
| ES 1113 | Environmental Botany (TCCN: BIOL 1311) | 3 |
| ES 1123 | Environmental Zoology (TCCN: BIOL 1313) | 3 |
| ES 1213 | Environmental Geology (TCCN: GEOL 1305) | 3 |
| ES 2013 | Introduction to Environmental Science I (TCCN: ENVR 1301) | 3 |
| ES 2023 | Introduction to Environmental Science II (TCCN: ENVR 1302) | 3 |
| GEO 1013 | The Third Planet (TCCN: GEOL 1301) | 3 |
| GEO 1033 | Geology of North American National Parks (TCCN: GEOL 1302) | 3 |
| GEO 1123 | Life Through Time (TCCN: GEOL 1304) | 3 |
| GES 2613 | Intro to Physical Geography (TCCN: GEOG 1301) | 3 |
| NDT 2043 | Introduction to Nutritional Sciences | 3 |
| PHY 1943 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers I (TCCN: PHYS 2325) | 3 |
| PHY 1963 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers II (TCCN: PHYS 2326) | 3 |
Language, Philosophy and Culture (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AAS 2013 | Introduction to African American Studies | 3 |
| AAS 2113 | African American Culture, Leadership and Social Issues | 3 |
| ANT 2063 | Language, Thought, and Culture | 3 |
| ARC 1113 | Introduction to the Built Environment (TCCN: ARCH 1311) | 3 |
| ARC 2423 | History of Architecture II (TCCN: ARCH 1302) | 3 |
| CHN 1014 | Elementary Chinese I (TCCN: CHIN 1411) | 4 |
| CLA 2013 | Introduction to Ancient Greece | 3 |
| CLA 2023 | Introduction to Ancient Rome | 3 |
| CLA 2323 | Classical Mythology | 3 |
| COM 2313 | Introduction to Media Studies | 3 |
| CSH 1103 | Literary Masterpieces of Western Culture I (TCCN: ENGL 2332) | 3 |
| CSH 1113 | Literary Masterpieces of Western Culture II (TCCN: ENGL 2333) | 3 |
| CSH 1213 | Topics in World Cultures (TCCN: HUMA 2323) | 3 |
| CSH 2113 | The Foreign Film | 3 |
| ENG 2013 | Introduction to Literature (TCCN: ENGL 2341) | 3 |
| ENG 2023 | Literature and Film | 3 |
| ENG 2213 | Literary Criticism and Analysis | 3 |
| ENG 2383 | Multiethnic Literatures of the United States | 3 |
| ENG 2423 | Literature of Texas and the Southwest | 3 |
| ENG 2443 | Persuasion and Rhetoric | 3 |
| FRN 1014 | Elementary French I (TCCN: FREN 1411) | 4 |
| FRN 2333 | French Literature in English Translation | 3 |
| GER 1014 | Elementary German I (TCCN: GERM 1411) | 4 |
| GER 2333 | German Literature in English Translation | 3 |
| GES 1023 | World Regions & Global Change (TCCN: GEOG 1303) | 3 |
| GLA 1013 | US in Global Context | 3 |
| GRK 1114 | Introductory Classical Greek I | 4 |
| HIS 2123 | Introduction to World Civilization to the Fifteenth Century (TCCN: HIST 2321) | 3 |
| HIS 2133 | Introduction to World Civilization since the Fifteenth Century (TCCN: HIST 2322) | 3 |
| HIS 2533 | Introduction to Latin American Civilization | 3 |
| HIS 2543 | Introduction to Islamic Civilization | 3 |
| HIS 2553 | Introduction to East Asian Civilization | 3 |
| HIS 2573 | Introduction to African Civilization | 3 |
| HIS 2583 | Introduction to South Asian Civilization | 3 |
| HUM 2093 | World Religions (TCCN: PHIL 1304) | 3 |
| ITL 1014 | Elementary Italian I (TCCN: ITAL 1411) | 4 |
| ITL 2333 | Italian Literature in English Translation | 3 |
| JPN 1014 | Elementary Japanese I (TCCN: JAPN 1411) | 4 |
| LAT 1114 | Introductory Latin I (TCCN: LATI 1411) | 4 |
| MAS 2013 | Introduction to Chicana/x/o Studies (TCCN: HUMA 1305) | 3 |
| PHI 1043 | Critical Thinking (TCCN: PHIL 2303) | 3 |
| PHI 2013 | Basic Philosophical Problems (TCCN: PHIL 1301) | 3 |
| PHI 2023 | Introduction to Ancient Philosophy (TCCN: PHIL 2316) | 3 |
| PHI 2033 | Introduction to Early Modern Philosophy | 3 |
| PHI 2093 | Philosophy of The Americas | 3 |
| PHI 2123 | Contemporary Moral Issues | 3 |
| RUS 1014 | Elementary Russian I (TCCN: RUSS 1411) | 4 |
| RUS 2333 | Russian Literature in English Translation | 3 |
| SPN 1014 | Elementary Spanish I (TCCN: SPAN 1411) | 4 |
| SPN 2333 | Hispanic Literature in English Translation | 3 |
| WGSS 2013 | Introduction to Women’s Studies | 3 |
| WGSS 2023 | Introduction to LGBTQ Studies | 3 |
Creative Arts (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AHC 1113 | Art History: Prehistory-1350 (TCCN: ARTS 1303) | 3 |
| AHC 1123 | Art History: 1350-Present (TCCN: ARTS 1304) | 3 |
| ARC 1513 | Great Buildings and Cities of the World | 3 |
| ARC 2413 | History of Architecture I (TCCN: ARCH 1301) | 3 |
| ART 1103 | Introduction to Visual Arts (TCCN: ARTS 1301) | 3 |
| ART 1113 | Image Culture | 3 |
| BBL 2023 | Latino Cultural Expressions (TCCN: HUMA 1311) | 3 |
| CLA 2033 | Introduction to Classical Literature | 3 |
| DAN 2003 | Introduction to Dance (TCCN: DANC 2303) | 3 |
| HUM 2023 | Introduction to the Humanities I (TCCN: HUMA 1301) | 3 |
| HUM 2033 | Introduction to the Humanities II (TCCN: HUMA 1302) | 3 |
| HUM 2053 | History of Film (TCCN: HUMA 1315) | 3 |
| MAS 2023 | Latina/x/o Cultural Expressions (TCCN: HUMA 1311) | 3 |
| MUS 2243 | World Music in Society | 3 |
| MUS 2633 | American Roots Music (TCCN: MUSI 1310) | 3 |
| MUS 2653 | Music in Culture | 3 |
| MUS 2663 | History and Styles of Jazz (TCCN: MUSI 1310) | 3 |
| MUS 2673 | History and Styles of Popular Music (TCCN: MUSI 1310) | 3 |
| MUS 2683 | History and Styles of Western Art Music (TCCN: MUSI 1306) | 3 |
| MUS 2713 | History of Recorded Music | 3 |
| MUS 2733 | History of the American Musical Theater | 3 |
| MUS 2743 | Music and Film | 3 |
| PHI 2073 | Philosophy of Art | 3 |
American History (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete two of the following courses, for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| HIS 1043 | United States History: Pre-Columbus to Civil War Era (TCCN: HIST 1301) | 3 |
| HIS 1053 | United States History: Civil War Era to Present (TCCN: HIST 1302) | 3 |
| HIS 2053 | Texas History (TCCN: HIST 2301) | 3 |
Government-Political Science (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete two of the following courses, for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| POL 1013 | Introduction to American Politics (TCCN: GOVT 2305) | 3 |
| and one of the following two courses: | ||
| POL 1133 | Texas Politics and Society (TCCN: GOVT 2306) | 3 |
| POL 1213 | Civil Rights in Texas and America (TCCN: GOVT 2306) | 3 |
Social and Behavioral Sciences (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AMS 2043 | Approaches to American Culture | 3 |
| ANT 1013 | Introduction to Anthropology (TCCN: ANTH 2346) | 3 |
| ANT 2043 | Introduction to Archaeology (TCCN: ANTH 2302) | 3 |
| ANT 2053 | Introduction to Cultural Anthropology (TCCN: ANTH 2351) | 3 |
| BBL 2003 | Language, Culture, and Society (TCCN: ANTH 2351) | 3 |
| BBL 2243 | Bilingual Families, Communities, and Schools: National and Transnational Experiences (TCCN: ANTH 2351) | 3 |
| CRJ 1113 | The American Criminal Justice System (TCCN: CRIJ 1301) | 3 |
| ECO 2003 | Economic Principles and Issues (TCCN: ECON 1301) | 3 |
| ECO 2023 | Introductory Microeconomics (TCCN: ECON 2302) | 3 |
| EGR 1343 | The Impact of Modern Technologies on Society | 3 |
| ES 1003 | Survey Topics in Environmental Studies | 3 |
| GES 1013 | Fundamentals of Geography | 3 |
| GES 2623 | Human Geography: People, Place, Culture (TCCN: GEOG 1302) | 3 |
| HTH 2413 | Introduction to Community and Public Health | 3 |
| HTH 2513 | Personal Health (TCCN: PHED 1304) | 3 |
| IDS 2113 | Society and Social Issues | 3 |
| KIN 2123 | Exercise as Medicine (TCCN: KINE 1338) | 3 |
| NDRB 1033 | Drugs and Society (TCCN: PHED 1346) | 3 |
| PSY 1013 | Introduction to Psychology (TCCN: PSYC 2301) | 3 |
| REGS 2003 | Intersectional Approaches to Social Justice | 3 |
| SOC 1013 | Introduction to Sociology (TCCN: SOCI 1301) | 3 |
| SOC 2013 | Social Problems (TCCN: SOCI 1306) | 3 |
| SOC 2023 | Social Context of Drug Use (TCCN: SOCI 2340) | 3 |
| SWK 1013 | Introduction to Social Work | 3 |
Component Area Option (CAO) (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete either one of the following courses or any additional Core Curriculum course not previously used to satisfy a core component area requirement, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| COM 2113 | Public Speaking (core component area 091, TCCN: SPCH 1315) | 3 |
| EGR 1403 | Technical Communication (core component area 091) | 3 |
| ENG 2413 | Technical Writing (core component area 091, TCCN: ENGL 2311) | 3 |
| PAD 1113 | Public Administration and Policy in American Society (core component area 097) | 3 |
| PHI 2043 | Introductory Logic (core component area 092, TCCN: PHIL 2303) | 3 |
Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements
| First Year Experience Requirement | 3 | |
| Communication | 6 | |
| Mathematics | 3 | |
| Life and Physical Sciences | 6 | |
| Language, Philosophy and Culture | 3 | |
| Creative Arts | 3 | |
| American History | 6 | |
| Government-Political Science | 6 | |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences | 3 | |
| Component Area Option | 3 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 42 | |
Gateway Courses
Students pursuing the B.S. Degree in Microbiology and Immunology must successfully complete each of the following Gateway Courses with a grade of “C-” or better in no more than two attempts. A student who is unable to successfully complete these courses within two attempts, including dropping a course with a grade of “W” or taking an equivalent course at another institution, will be required to change their major.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 1203 | Biosciences I for Science Majors | 3 |
| BIO 1223 | Biosciences II for Science Majors | 3 |
| BIO 2313 | Genetics | 3 |
Degree Requirements
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| A. Required major courses | ||
| 1. Required biology courses (31 credit hours): | ||
| BCH 3303 | Essentials of Biochemistry | 3 |
| BIO 1203 & BIO 1201 | Biosciences I for Science Majors and Biosciences I Laboratory for Science Majors | 4 |
| BIO 1223 | Biosciences II for Science Majors | 3 |
| BIO 2313 | Genetics | 3 |
| BIO 2362 | Molecular Genetics Laboratory | 2 |
| MMI 3343 | Microbial Evolution | 3 |
| MMI 3353 | Molecular and Cell Biology | 3 |
| MMI 3713 & MMI 3722 | Microbiology and Microbiology Laboratory | 5 |
| MMI 4743 & MMI 4752 | Immunology and Immunology Laboratory | 5 |
| 2. In combination, 5 courses from the following lists (15 credit hours) | 15 | |
| 2a. Complete two to four of the following courses: | ||
| Bacteriology | ||
| Medical Mycology | ||
| Virology | ||
| Parasitology | ||
| 2b. Complete one to three of the following courses: | ||
| Introduction to Clinical Medicine and Pathology | ||
| MMI Research Experience | ||
| Advanced Clinical Medicine and Pathology | ||
| Microbial Ecology and Metagenomics | ||
| Microbial Genomes and Virulence | ||
| Laboratory Research | ||
| Special Studies | ||
| Directed Research | ||
| B. Required support courses | ||
| The support courses listed below are mandatory prerequisites for various Microbiology and Immunology and/or Biology courses. Students need to complete their support work as soon as possible, in their freshman and sophomore years, to be eligible to register for upper-division core courses and electives. Failure to complete the support courses listed below in a timely fashion will significantly delay a student's progress toward graduation. | ||
| 1. Required chemistry courses (18 credit hours): | ||
| CHE 1103 & CHE 1121 | General Chemistry I and General Chemistry I Laboratory | 4 |
| CHE 1113 & CHE 1131 | General Chemistry II and General Chemistry II Laboratory | 4 |
| CHE 2603 & CHE 2612 | Organic Chemistry I and Organic Chemistry I Laboratory | 5 |
| CHE 3643 & CHE 3652 | Organic Chemistry II and Organic Chemistry II Laboratory | 5 |
| 2. Required mathematics and statistics courses (6 credits): | ||
| MAT 1193 | Calculus for the Biosciences | 3 |
| STA 1403 | Probability and Statistics for the Biosciences | 3 |
| 3. Required physics courses; select one option (8 credits): | 8 | |
| Option 1 | ||
| Algebra-based Physics I and Algebra-based Physics I Laboratory | ||
| Algebra-based Physics II and Algebra-based Physics II Laboratory | ||
| Option 2 | ||
| Physics for Scientists and Engineers I and Physics for Scientists and Engineers I Laboratory | ||
| Physics for Scientists and Engineers II and Physics for Scientists and Engineers II Laboratory | ||
| C. Free electives (9 credit hours) | 9 | |
| Select 9 semester credit hours of free electives, of which 3 must be at the upper division level, to reach the minimum requirement of 39 upper-division semester credit hours and to complete 120 total hours. | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 87 | |
Course Sequence Guide for B.S. Degree in Microbiology and Immunology
This course sequence guide is designed to assist students in completing their B.S. Degree in Microbiology and Immunology. This course sequence is only a guide, and students must satisfy other requirements of this catalog and meet with their academic advisor for individualized degree plans. Progress within this guide depends upon such factors as course availability, individual student academic preparation, student time management, work obligations, and individual financial considerations. Students may choose to take courses during Summer terms to reduce course loads during long semesters.
B.S. in Microbiology and Immunology – Recommended Four-Year Academic Plan
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credit Hours | |
| AIS 1263 | AIS: Life and Health Sciences | 3 |
| BIO 1203 & BIO 1201 | Biosciences I for Science Majors and Biosciences I Laboratory for Science Majors (core and major) | 4 |
| CHE 1103 & CHE 1121 | General Chemistry I and General Chemistry I Laboratory | 4 |
| WRC 1013 | Freshman Composition I (core) | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 14 | |
| Spring | ||
| BIO 1223 | Biosciences II for Science Majors (core and major) | 3 |
| CHE 1113 & CHE 1131 | General Chemistry II and General Chemistry II Laboratory | 4 |
| MAT 1193 | Calculus for the Biosciences (core and major) | 3 |
| WRC 1023 | Freshman Composition II (core) | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 13 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| BIO 2313 | Genetics | 3 |
| BIO 2362 | Molecular Genetics Laboratory | 2 |
| CHE 2603 & CHE 2612 | Organic Chemistry I and Organic Chemistry I Laboratory | 5 |
| Select one of the following: | 4 | |
| Algebra-based Physics I and Algebra-based Physics I Laboratory | ||
Or | ||
| Physics for Scientists and Engineers I and Physics for Scientists and Engineers I Laboratory (core) | ||
| Credit Hours | 14 | |
| Spring | ||
| CHE 3643 & CHE 3652 | Organic Chemistry II and Organic Chemistry II Laboratory | 5 |
| STA 1403 | Probability and Statistics for the Biosciences | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 4 | |
| Algebra-based Physics II and Algebra-based Physics II Laboratory | ||
Or | ||
| Physics for Scientists and Engineers II and Physics for Scientists and Engineers II Laboratory (core and major) | ||
| Language, Philosophy, & Culture (core) | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Third Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| BCH 3303 | Essentials of Biochemistry | 3 |
| MMI 3343 | Microbial Evolution | 3 |
| MMI 3713 | Microbiology | 3 |
| MMI 3722 | Microbiology Laboratory | 2 |
| Upper-Division Microbiology and Immunology elective | 3 | |
| American History (core) | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 17 | |
| Spring | ||
| MMI 3353 | Molecular and Cell Biology | 3 |
| MMI 4743 | Immunology | 3 |
| MMI 4752 | Immunology Laboratory | 2 |
| American History (core) | 3 | |
| Creative Arts (core) | 3 | |
| Free elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 17 | |
| Fourth Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| Upper-division Microbiology and Immunology elective | 3 | |
| Upper-division Microbiology and Immunology elective | 3 | |
| Government-Political Science (core) | 3 | |
| Social & Behavioral Sciences (core) | 3 | |
| Free elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| Upper-division Microbiology and Immunology elective | 3 | |
| Upper-division Microbiology and Immunology elective | 3 | |
| Government-Political Science (core) | 3 | |
| Component Area Option (core) | 3 | |
| Free elective (to meet 120 hour minimum) | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 120 | |
Note: Some courses are only offered once a year: Fall or Spring. Check with the Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology for scheduling of courses.
Molecular Microbiology and Immunology (MMI) Courses
MMI 1053. Introductory Microbiology. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: BIO 1233 or BIO 1203 (formerly listed as BIO 1404 in previous catalogs); concurrent enrollment in MMI 1061 is recommended for students intending to complete both courses.
A general study of microorganisms, their characteristics, isolation, growth, and importance in nature, particularly with regards to public health and human disease. (Formerly BIO 1053. Credit cannot be earned for both BIO 1053 and MMI 1053. MMI 1053 cannot substitute for MMI 3713.)
Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Course Fee: LRS1 $46.20; STSI $21.60.
MMI 1061. Introductory Microbiology Laboratory. (0-3) 1 Credit Hour.
Prerequisites: BIO 1233 or BIO 1203 (formerly listed as BIO 1404 in previous catalogs), and completion of or concurrent enrollment in MMI 1053.
Course provides basic microbiology lab skills and procedures, with emphasis on the growth, identification, and control of microbes of concern to health-care professionals. Immunodeficient and pregnant students must contact the Coordinator of the Microbiology Teaching Labs, for additional instructions prior to the class start date. (Formerly BIO 1061. Credit cannot be earned for both BIO 1061 and MMI 1061. MMI 1061 cannot substitute for MMI 3722.)
Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Course Fees: IUB2 $10; L001 $30; LRS1 $15.40; STSI $7.20.
MMI 3013. Introduction to Clinical Medicine and Pathology. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: BIO 1233 or BIO 2313.
Introduction to concepts of human disease, diagnosis, and underlying pathology. (Formerly BIO 3013. Credit cannot be earned for both BIO 3013 and MMI 3013.) Generally offered: Fall. This course has Differential Tuition. Course Fee: IUB2 $10.
MMI 3343. Microbial Evolution. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: BIO 2313. Microbes are everywhere. They contribute to the health of our bodies and of natural ecosystems. Microbial pathogens continue to emerge and re-emerge, underscoring considerable epidemic challenges to public health. In this course, you will be introduced to the major principles of microbial evolution. Topics to be covered include natural selection, adaptation, the origins of life, and evolution of virulence and antimicrobial resistance. (Same as BIO 3323. Formerly MMI 3323. Credit can only be earned for one of the following: BIO 3323, MMI 3323, and MMI 3343.) Generally offered: Fall and Spring. This course has Differential Tuition. Course Fee: IUB2 $10.
MMI 3353. Molecular and Cell Biology. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: BIO 2313; prior completion of BCH 3303 is recommended. A detailed study of cell structure and function, genes and their expression, genetic engineering, emerging genetic and molecular techniques, genome sequences, epigenetics, cellular signaling pathways, and cell cycle in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. Students who have taken NDRB 3813 and NDRB 3913 should not also take MMI 3353. Generally offered: Spring. This course has Differential Tuition. Course Fee: IUB2 $10.
MMI 3713. Microbiology. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: BIO 2313; concurrent enrollment in MMI 3722 is recommended for students intending to complete both courses. A comprehensive study of microorganisms, including their composition, morphology, growth, metabolism, classification, ecology, and significance in disease. MMI 1053 cannot substitute for MMI 3713. (Formerly BIO 3713. Credit cannot be earned for both MMI 3713, BIO 3713, and ES 3103.)
Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. This course has Differential Tuition. Course Fee: IUB2 $10.
MMI 3722. Microbiology Laboratory. (1-6) 2 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: BIO 2313 and completion or concurrent enrollment in MMI 3713. Basic microbiology techniques with emphasis on microscopy, cell staining and characterization, species isolation techniques, bacterial cultivation, nutrition, and physical requirements, and the physical and chemical control of microbes. Immunodeficient and pregnant students must contact the Coordinator of the Microbiology Teaching Labs for additional instructions prior to the class start date. (Formerly BIO 3722. Credit cannot be earned for both BIO 3722 and MMI 3722. BIO 1061 cannot substitute for MMI 3722.)
Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. This course has Differential Tuition. Course Fee: IUB2 $10; L001 $30.
MMI 3733. MMI Research Experience. (0-9) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Permission in writing (form available in the MMI Department Office) from the faculty mentor, the student’s advisor, the Department Chair, and the Dean of the College. The Department of Molecular Microbiology & Immunology offers a mentored laboratory-based research experience for undergraduate students in which they can gain real-world research experiences while also learning about the broader impacts of their work within the microbiology and immunology fields. This course has Differential Tuition. Course Fee: L001 $30; IUB2 $10.
MMI 3743. Bacteriology. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: BIO 2313 and MMI 3713; prior completion of MMI 3722 is also recommended.
A study of the phylogeny of prokaryotes, structure and function of prokaryotic cells, ecology and physiological diversity of prokaryotes, growth and control of microorganisms, genetics of bacteria and bacteriophages, bacteria as agents of disease, antibacterials, and other chemotherapeutics, human applications of microbiology, microbial genomics, and principles of microbial biotechnology. (Formerly BIO 3743. Credit cannot be earned for both BIO 3743 and MMI 3743.) Generally offered: Fall. This course has Differential Tuition. Course Fee: IUB2 $10.
MMI 4473. Advanced Clinical Medicine and Pathology. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: MMI 3013.
Advanced concepts of human disease, diagnosis, and underlying pathology. (Formerly BIO 4473. Credit cannot be earned for both BIO 4473 and MMI 4473.) Generally offered: Spring. This course has Differential Tuition. Course fee: IUB2 $10.
MMI 4483. Medical Mycology. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: BIO 2313. Comprehensive study of causative agents, pathogenesis, and treatment of human fungal diseases. (Formerly BIO 4483. Credit cannot be earned for both BIO 4483 and MMI 4483.) Generally offered: Fall. This course has Differential Tuition. Course Fee: IUB2 $10.
MMI 4723. Virology. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: BIO 2313.
Introduction to the molecular, genetic, and biological properties of viruses. Course covers the basic concepts of virus structure, replication, virus/host interactions, pathogenesis, and evolution. (Formerly BIO 4723. Credit cannot be earned for both BIO 4723 and MMI 4723.)
Generally offered: Fall and Spring. This course has Differential Tuition. Course Fee: IUB2 $10.
MMI 4743. Immunology. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: BIO 2313; concurrent enrollment in MMI 4752 is recommended for students intending to complete both courses.
This course introduces students to the molecular, cellular, and genetic principles of innate and adaptive immunity. The course covers the development of B and T lymphocytes, and explains how these components of adaptive immunity function in the contexts of infection by pathogenic microbes, allergic reactions, autoimmunity, transplant rejection, cancer, and vaccination. (Formerly BIO 4743. Credit cannot be earned for both BIO 4743 and MMI 4743.) Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. This course has Differential Tuition. Course fee: IUB2 $10.
MMI 4752. Immunology Laboratory. (0-6) 2 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: BIO 2313 and completion or concurrent enrollment in MMI 4743. Laboratory applications of principles presented in MMI 4743. (Formerly BIO 4752. Credit cannot be earned for both BIO 4752 and MMI 4752.)
Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. This course has Differential Tuition. Course Fee: IUB2 $10; L001 $30.
MMI 4763. Parasitology. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: BIO 2313; prior completion of MMI 3713 is strongly recommended.
This course focuses on eukaryotic parasites of medical or veterinary importance: their life cycles, epidemiology, control, and the diseases and pathology they cause. Evolutionary aspects of host-parasite interactions, the diversity of parasite biology, and the interrelationships between parasitology, vector biology, and public health will be emphasized. (Formerly BIO 4763. Credit cannot be earned for both BIO 4763 and MMI 4763.)
Generally offered: Spring. This course has Differential Tuition. Course Fee: IUB2 $10; LRS1 $46.20.
MMI 4773. Microbial Ecology and Metagenomics. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: BIO 2313 and MMI 1053 or MMI 3713. This course will provide an overview of microbial ecology principles and application of microbial ecological approaches to understand microbial structure and function across environments, including the soil, freshwater, and marine environments. The course will focus its content on prokaryotes and fungi. An emphasis in this course will be on learning foundational concepts in microbiome science and applying concepts to laboratory and computational techniques through hands-on experiments. (Same as BIO 4773, credit cannot be earned for both BIO 4773 and MMI 4773.)
Generally offered: Spring. This course has Differential Tuition. Course Fee: IUB2 $10.
MMI 4783. Microbial Genomes and Virulence. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: BIO 2313; prior completion of MMI 3713 is recommended.
This course is focused on microbial pathogens of medical importance. Insights into the genome make-up and virulence inventories of pathogens is essential for understanding their biology, epidemiology, human disease, and trajectories of pathogen evolution. Topics covered include the basic concepts of genome sequencing, pathogen-specific virulence traits, and the role of genetic exchange in genome evolution, speciation, fitness, and pathogenicity. (Formerly BIO 4783. Credit cannot be earned for both BIO 4783 and MMI 4783.)
Generally offered: Spring. This course has Differential Tuition. Course Fee: IUB2 $10; LRS1 $46.20.
MMI 4911. Independent Study. (0-0) 1 Credit Hour.
Prerequisite: Permission in writing (form available in the MMI office) from the instructor, an undergraduate academic advisor, the Department Chair, and the Dean of the College in which the course is offered. Independent reading, non-laboratory research, discussion, and/or writing under the direction of a faculty member. Will be applied to the degree as a free elective. May be repeated for credit, but no more than 6 semester credit hours of MMI 4911-3 will apply to a bachelor’s degree regardless of discipline. Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. This course has Differential Tuition. Course Fee: IUB2 $10.
MMI 4912. Independent Study. (0-0) 2 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Permission in writing (form available in the MMI office) from the instructor, an undergraduate academic advisor, the Department Chair, and the Dean of the College in which the course is offered. Independent reading, non-laboratory research, discussion, and/or writing under the direction of a faculty member. Will be applied to the degree as a free elective. May be repeated for credit, but no more than 6 semester credit hours of MMI 4911-3 will apply to a bachelor’s degree regardless of discipline. Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. This course has Differential Tuition. Course Fee: IUB2 $10.
MMI 4913. Independent Study. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Permission in writing (form available in the MMI office) from the instructor, an undergraduate academic advisor, the Department Chair, and the Dean of the College in which the course is offered. Independent reading, non-laboratory research, discussion, and/or writing under the direction of a faculty member. Will be applied to the degree as a free elective. May be repeated for credit, but no more than 6 semester credit hours of MMI 4911-3 will apply to a bachelor’s degree regardless of discipline. Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. This course has Differential Tuition. Course Fee: IUB2 $10.
MMI 4923. Laboratory Research. (0-9) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Permission in writing (form available in the MMI Department Office) from the faculty mentor, the student’s advisor, the Department Chair, and the Dean of the College. Supervised laboratory research mentored by a faculty member engaged in active research within the student’s designated area of concentration. May be repeated for credit, but no more than 6 semester credit hours will apply to a bachelor’s degree. Only 6 semester credit hours of MMI 4911-3, MMI 4923, and MMI 4993, in any combination, can be taken as MMI upper-division electives. Additional research hours of these courses (excluding Independent Study) may be taken as free electives for a maximum of 12 research hours being applied to the bachelor’s degree.
Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. This course has Differential Tuition. Course Fee: L001 $30; IUB2 $10.
MMI 4953. Special Studies. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
An organized course offering the opportunity for specialized study not normally or not often available as part of the regular course offerings. Special Studies may be repeated for credit when the topics vary, but no more than 6 semester credit hours will apply to a bachelor’s degree regardless of discipline. Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. This course has Differential Tuition. Course Fee: IUB2 $10.
MMI 4993. Directed Research. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Approval from the instructor, the Department Chair, and the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Studies in the College for which this course is offered; form available on the College of Sciences website. Supervised research mentored by a faculty member engaged in active research within the student’s designated area of concentration. Students may produce a thesis in addition to active research. This course can also be used for students pursuing the COS Undergraduate Thesis Option. May be repeated for credit with approval, but no more than 6 semester credit hours will apply to a bachelor’s degree regardless of discipline. Only 6 semester credit hours of MMI 4911-3, MMI 4923, and MMI 4993, in any combination, can be taken as MMI upper-division electives. Additional research hours of these courses (excluding Independent Study) may be taken as free electives for a maximum of 12 research hours being applied to the bachelor’s degree. Generally offered: Fall, Spring. This course has Differential Tuition. Course Fee: IUB2 $10; DL01 $75.