Microbiology (BIOMI)Agriculture and Life Sciences
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Course descriptions provided by the Courses of Study 2022-2023. Courses of Study 2022-2023 is scheduled to publish mid-June.
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Classes
BIOMI 1120
Course Description
We live on a microbial earth. If we happen to consider microbes in our daily lives most people conjure images of disease, but in reality we depend on microbes to sustain our world. This course showcases ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCS 1120
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Buckley, D
Hefferon, K
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
The first lab meeting will be on September 3.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Buckley, D
Hefferon, K
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
BIOMI 2100
Course Description
This class will explore the current theories about the chemical origins of life on earth, and will then use these insights to discuss the search for life on other planets, inside the Solar system and outside. ... view course details
BIOMI 2500
Course Description
This course will use a variety of teaching methods (including historical and current case studies and databases) to help students understand basic principles of microbiology as they apply to the emergence, ... view course details
BIOMI 2900
Course Description
Comprehensive overview of the biology of microorganisms, with emphasis on bacteria. Topics include microbial cell structure and function, physiology, metabolism, genetics, diversity, and ecology. Also ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: BIOMI 2900
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: BIOMI 2900
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Doerr, T
Hefferon, K
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- M
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Doerr, T
Hefferon, K
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- M
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Doerr, T
Hefferon, K
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- T
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Doerr, T
Hefferon, K
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
BIOMI 2911
Course Description
This class will introduce you to current concepts and laboratory techniques in microbiology. Our goal is to show you how scientists use experiments to learn about the microbes around us, with an emphasis ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Filter, J
Wendel, B
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite or corequisite: BIOMI 2900.
Department Consent Required (Add)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Filter, J
Wendel, B
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Department Consent Required (Add)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Filter, J
Wendel, B
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Department Consent Required (Add)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Filter, J
Wendel, B
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Department Consent Required (Add)
BIOMI 2950
Course Description
A broad integration and overview of the origins, nature, and dynamics of infectious disease in humans, plants, and animals. An examination of the historical and contemporary concepts and impacts of infectious ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
BIOMI 3210
Course Description
The microbes on and in our bodies are as abundant as our own cells. These diverse microorganisms provide us with metabolic capacities beyond our own and are essential to good health, but can also play ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
BIOMI 3940
Course Description
Food Science 3940 will focus on the origin, transmission, consequences, and management of diverse microbiota throughout the food chain. Topics in this course generally include: 1) the microbiota of different ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: FDSC 3940
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
BIOMI 4090
Course Description
Principles of Virology is a course designed to convey the basic principles of virus biology, to illustrate the key concepts of virus-host interactions and their consequences for virus replication ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: BIOMI 6090, BIOMS 4090, BIOMS 6090
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
BIOMI 4310
Course Description
Systematic study of arthropod, protozoan, and helminth parasites of public health importance, with emphasis on epidemiologic, clinical, and zoonotic aspects of these parasitisms. view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: BIOMS 4310
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Credits and Grading Basis
2 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
BIOMI 4850
Course Description
Students gain a detailed understanding of how bacteria maintain and pass on genetic information with a strong focus on the bacterium Escherichia coli. They discover the processes by which bacteria evolve ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: BIOMI 4850
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Credits and Grading Basis
2 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Peters, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: BIOMG 2800. Recommended prerequisite: BIOMI 2900 and BIOMG 3300, 3330 or 3350, or 3310/3320.The optional 1 credit is for registered students with permission of instructor to review literature. Enrollment for 1 credit extra discussion option will occur at first lecture; Email jep48 with questions.
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: BIOMI 4850
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Peters, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: BIOMG 2810. Recommended prerequisite: BIOMI 2900 and BIOMG 3300, 3330 or 3350, or 3310/3320.The optional 1 credit is for registered students with permission of instructor to review literature. Enrollment for 1 credit extra discussion option will occur at first lecture; Email jep48 with questions.
BIOMI 4980
Course Description
Designed to give qualified undergraduate students teaching experience through actual involvement in planning and assisting in biology courses. This experience may include supervised participation in a ... view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 22 - Dec 5, 2022
Instructors
Hefferon, K
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Prerequisites: previous enrollment in course to be taught or equivalent. Permission of instructor required. Students must register using the CALS Special Studies form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). which must be signed by faculty member who will supervise study and assign grade.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
BIOMI 6090
Course Description
For description and learning outcomes, see BIOMS 4090. view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: BIOMI 4090, BIOMS 4090, BIOMS 6090
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
BIOMI 7960
Course Description
Lectures and seminars on special topics in microbiology. view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-1 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit))
BIOMI 7970
Course Description
The ability to communicate effectively is essential for success as a scientist. The primary goal of this course is to provide students with an opportunity to develop self-confidence and refine their formal ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit))
BIOMI 7980
Course Description
All graduate students in the field of microbiology are required to attend and present a seminar concerning their research at least once each year. view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit))
BIOMI 7990
Course Description
The microbiology seminar series hosts local, national and international speakers for research seminars. Students in BioMi7990 gain insight into current topics and cutting-edge methods in microbiology, ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0 Credits Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)