Medical Microbiology

(Enrollment Based)@CHHS

Course No. CTMM

Semesters: 2; Credits: 1 – This course satisfies a high school science graduation requirement

Grades: 11-12

Prerequisite: Biology and Chemistry

Recommended Prerequisite: One course from the Health Science Cluster

To receive credit in science, students must meet the 40% laboratory and fieldwork requirement identified in §74.3(b) (2) (C) of this title (relating to Description of a Required Secondary Curriculum).

The Medical Microbiology course is designed to explore the microbial world, studying topics such as pathogenic and non-pathogenic microorganisms, laboratory procedures, identifying microorganisms, drug resistant organisms, and emerging diseases.