Instructor: Percy Jordan, Ph.D.

Email: jordanpj@lamarpa.edu

Phone: 409-984-6335

Office Hours: M 9 am- 9:50 am; M 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm; T 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm; W 9 am - 11:50 pm; Th 11am-2:30 pm

Additional Contact Information: Email me with questions. I will normally reply to an email within 24-36 hours. You may also post questions in

Discussions in Blackboard. 

This course covers basic microbiology and immunology and is primarily directed at pre-nursing, pre-allied health, and non-science majors. It provides an introduction to historical concepts of the nature of microorganisms, microbial differences, the importance of microorganisms and acellular agents in the biosphere, and their roles in human and animal diseases. Major topics include bacterial structure as well as growth, physiology, genetics, and biochemistry of microorganisms. Emphasis is on medical microbiology, infectious diseases, and public health.

There is 1 item that is recommended for the Bio 2101 lab (A&P1):

Microbiology with Diseases By Body Systems (5th ed.) by Robert Bauman. ISBN: 9780134607900. Publisher is Pearson.

Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.

A functioning computer with a webcam is required to take all online exams and quizzes. It is the student's responsibility to have both.

Alternatively, exams may be taken at one of the computer labs on the LSCPA campus.

Required Software (available free of charge) • Microsoft Office o

This software package contains MSWord which you’ll need in this course & other useful programs. Office 365 suite is available to students Free of Charge. Download using this URL: https://www.lamarpa.edu/Departments/InformationTechnology-Services/Documentation/Microsoft-Office365/Microsoft-Office-Pro-Plus-for-Students

Alternatively, the link to download can be found by going to Lamarpa.edu > Quick links > Information Technology > Instructions & Training > Office 365 Apps for Students • Respondus Lockdown Browser

This is required to be installed on any computer/tablet used to take an exam or quiz.

Link to download Respondus Lockdown Browser: https://www.respondus.com/lockdown/downloa d.php?id=139113547

The link to download Respondus Lockdown Browser is also next to the “Online LSCPA support” section of the Institution homepage.

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Describe distinctive characteristics and different growth requirements of prokaryotic organisms compared to eukaryotic organisms.

Provide examples of the impact of microorganisms on agriculture, environment, ecosystem, energy, and human health, including biofilms.

Distinguish between mechanisms of physical and chemical agents to control microbial populations.

Explain the unique characteristics of bacterial metabolism and bacterial genetics.

Describe evidence for the evolution of cells, organelles, and major metabolic pathways from early prokaryotes and how phylogenetic trees reflect evolutionary relationships.

Compare characteristics and replication of acellular infectious agents (viruses and prions) with characteristics and reproduction of cellular infectious agents (prokaryotes and eukaryotes).

Describe functions of host defenses and the immune system in combating infectious diseases and explain how immunizations protect against specific diseases.

Explain transmission and virulence mechanisms of cellular and acellular infectious agents

• Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication.

• Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions.

• Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Students will demonstrate applications of scientific and mathematical concepts.

• Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view. 

A Brief History of Microbiology

Cell Structure and Function

Microscopy, Staining, and Classification

Microbial Metabolism

Microbial Nutrition and Growth

Microbial Genetics

Recombinant DNA Technology

Controlling Microbial Growth in the Environment

Controlling Microbial Growth in the Body: Antimicrobial Drugs

Characterizing and Classifying Prokaryotes

Characterizing and Classifying Eukaryotes

Characterizing and Classifying Viruses, Viroids, and Prions

Infection, Infectious Diseases, and Epidemiology

Innate Immunity

Adaptive Immunity

Immunization and Immune Testing

Microbial Diseases of the Skin and Wounds

Microbial Diseases of the Nervous System and Eyes

Microbial Cardiovascular and Systemic Diseases

Microbial Diseases of the Respiratory System

Microbial Diseases of the Digestive System

Microbial Diseases of the Urinary and Reproductive Systems

Microbial Ecology and Microbiomes

Exam #1 Availability begins: 12:01am on Monday, 9/28/26 and ends at 11:59pm on Tuesday, 9/29/26.  

Exam #2 Availability begins: 12:01am on Monday, 10/19/26 and ends at 11:59pm on Tuesday, 10/20/26.  

Exam #3 Availability begins: 12:01am on Monday, 11/9/26 and ends at 11:59pm on Tuesday, 11/10/26.  

Exam #4 (Final) Availability begins: 12:01am on Sunday, 12/6/26 and ends at 11:59pm on Monday, 12/7/26. 

Exam #4 (Final) Availability begins: 12:01am on Sunday, 12/6/26 and ends at 11:59pm on Monday, 12/7/26.

90 - 100=A

80 - 89=B

70 - 79=C

60 - 69=D

59 - 0= F 

Calculating your Lecture Average

Extra Credit (maximum of 12 total points) = Group Project (10 points) +Discussion Board Post (2 points)

Lecture Average = (Exam 1 + Exam 2 + Exam 3 + Final Exam + Extra Credit) / 4

It is imperative that you check your email 2-3 times per week. Please check your spam or trash folder regularly. 

It is the responsibility of each student to have a RELIABLE computer AND Internet access for the duration of the course. Computer labs at LSCPA are available for use. Please note that some course material may not be accessible using a cell phone and/or tablet device.

Handouts for all labs are posted on the course website. These contain information about the lab topic, indicate the sections of the lab workbook assigned for that lab, references to images posted on the course website, as well as questions over lab content. These lab handouts are designed to provide you guidance on what to study. They are not submitted for grading.

If you miss an exam because of an excused absence, your lowest lab exam score will be used as the score for the exam that you missed. Excused absences include medical and family emergencies and are determined at the instructor's discretion. You can only miss one exam with an excused absence (excluding the final). Poor preparation or conflict with other scheduled exams is not a valid excuse for missing an exam. 

I will not discuss grades over the phone. You may request your grades by e-mail from your Lamar State College-Port Arthur e-mail account (for example, doeja@lamarpa.edu) or by student-instructor conference. 

Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA.

Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Accessibility Services Coordinator, Room 119, in the Ruby Fuller Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.

No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.

This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.

As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual.

LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website.

For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website.

If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.