Micro 301 is a course with few science prerequites, and enrolled students represent a cross-section of the UW student body in terms of their science background and reason for taking course. The educational standing of students ranges from 3rd Quarter freshman to senior students. Some students elect to take Micro 301 to receive an overview of the field of microbiology, and for others meeting a university, natural science distribution credits, or pre-professional admission requirement. Thus, students with limited science backgrounds and interests are in the classroom with senior level science students.

Study Tips:

Review lecture outline for topic to be presented. lecture outlines are obtained by going to the syllabus and clicking on a topic.

Do assigned reading before coming to class focusing on points to be presented during lecture.

Know vocabulary used during lectures.

Make sure you have a good set of lecture notes and can answer learning objects for that topic.

If topic/subjects are unclear do not wait till the day before an exam to ask questions or meet with instructor(s).

Attend review sessions.

Examine Tips:

Use exams on file to determine your understanding of topic.