METX 150Applied and Environmental Microbiology
Surveys both fundamental and applied topics relevant to understanding how microbes interact with their environments. The goal of the course is to gain a molecular, biological, and ecological understanding of microbial processes and methods relating to microbe-environment interactions. Although not required, completion of METX 100 is recommended to ensure success in this course.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 20A.
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When it runs
Fall 2026Open Fall 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 12:00pm–1:05pm | Sci & Engr Library 206 | C. W. Saltikov | Wait List 60/60 |
Fall 2025Open Fall 2025
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 10:40am–11:45am | Sci & Engr Library 206 | C. W. Saltikov | Open 50/60 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chad Saltikov | 4.6 / 5 | 3.0 / 5 | 100% | 13 |
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