Study of various human pathogens, with emphasis on basic biology and the host-pathogen interaction. Laboratory consists of selected exercises relevant to the culture and manipulation of bacterial pathogens and other microorganisms. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1240, BIOL 2010/BIOL 2010L, CHEM 1020/1020D, and CHEM 2210/2210D with grades of “C” or better, or permission of instructor. (3)