MB 451
Microbial Diversity
Section: 601

Course Description

Molecular, biochemical, and evolutionary diversity of the microbial world, including Bacteria, Archaea, and Eukaryotes. Evolutionary perspective on microbial relationships, molecular methods of study and classical and modern biotechnological methods utilizing this genetic diversity to explore the microbial world and use the resulting insight to meet the needs of our own species.

DE Program

Undergraduate Certificate in Microbiology

Spring 2026

Instructors

Meeting Patterns

Classes Start:
January 12, 2026
Classes End:
April 28, 2026
Distance Education:
Yes
Class Days:
[TBA]

Class Type:
Lecture
Credits:
3.00
Restrictions:
Prerequisite: MB 411 and (GN 311 or BCH 351 or BCH 451)