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Microbiology Courses

Microbiology courses can help you learn about microbial physiology, genetics, and ecology, as well as the roles of microorganisms in health and disease. You can build skills in laboratory techniques like culturing, staining, and microscopy, along with data analysis for interpreting microbial behavior. Many courses introduce tools such as PCR machines, bioinformatics software, and various types of microscopy, that support conducting experiments and analyzing results in real-world applications.

Popular Microbiology Courses and Certifications


  • L

    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Circadian clocks: how rhythms structure life

    Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Biology, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Medical Science and Research, Health Care, Pharmacology, Chronic Diseases, Environment, Pathology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    233 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The University of Hong Kong

    Epidemics

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Infection Control, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Healthcare Ethics, Biostatistics, Community Health, Mitigation, Emergency Response, Health Policy, Immunology, Preventative Care, Microbiology, Risk Analysis, Media and Communications

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    234 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Rice University

    Human Anatomy & Physiology I

    Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Orthopedics, Kinesiology, Physiology, Neurology, Medical Terminology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Practices, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Lifelong Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    170 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Dairy Economics: Maximizing Profits through Milk Quality

    Skills you'll gain: Diagnostic Tests, Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Infection Control, Operating Cost, Cost Management, Laboratory Testing, Preventative Care, Pathology, Cost Benefit Analysis, Management Reporting, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Microbiology, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Respiratory Disease Control and Sustainable Livestock Production

    Skills you'll gain: Pathology, Laboratory Testing, Pharmacology, Pharmacotherapy, Diagnostic Tests, Microbiology, Respiration, Respiratory Care, Food Safety and Sanitation, Infectious Diseases, Infection Control, Treatment Planning, Physiology, Immunology, Epidemiology, Environmental Science, Public Health

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Antibióticos ¿cuándo, cómo y para qué?

    Skills you'll gain: Preventative Care, Medical Prescription, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Pharmacotherapy, Infectious Diseases, Infection Control, Medication Dispensation, Pharmacology, Public Health, Microbiology, Pharmacy, Patient Education And Counseling

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    142 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Emergence of Life

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Physical Science, Biology, Taxonomy, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Environment, Environmental Science, Biochemistry, Microbiology, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Chemistry

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    106 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidade de São Paulo

    Compreendendo o Zika e doenças emergentes

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Infection Control, Microbiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Maternal Health, Biology, Health Education, Immunology, Child Health, Community Health, Prenatal Care, Preventative Care, Neurology

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    245 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Amsterdam

    Ebola: Essential Knowledge for Health Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Infection Control, Infectious Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Pathology, Patient Treatment, Immunology, Drug Development, Medical Science and Research, Community Health, Clinical Trials, Diagnostic Tests, Microbiology, Personal protective equipment, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Assessment

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    168 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Rice University

    Anatomy & Physiology: Levels of Organization

    Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Biochemistry, Physiology, Cell Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Medical Terminology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    121 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • X

    Xi'an Jiaotong University

    Lecture Series for Preventing and Controlling COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Infection Control, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Preventative Care, Public Health, Personal protective equipment, Diagnostic Tests, Hospital Medicine, Intensive Care Medicine, Patient Treatment, Pathology, Microbiology

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    362 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Finding Mutations in DNA and Proteins (Bioinformatics VI)

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Markov Model, Molecular Biology, Machine Learning Methods, Algorithms, Data Transformation, Memory Management, Microbiology

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    61 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular microbiology courses

  • Circadian clocks: how rhythms structure life: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • Epidemics: The University of Hong Kong
  • Human Anatomy & Physiology I: Rice University
  • Dairy Economics: Maximizing Profits through Milk Quality: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Respiratory Disease Control and Sustainable Livestock Production: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Antibióticos ¿cuándo, cómo y para qué?: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Emergence of Life: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Compreendendo o Zika e doenças emergentes: Universidade de São Paulo
  • Ebola: Essential Knowledge for Health Professionals: University of Amsterdam
  • Anatomy & Physiology: Levels of Organization: Rice University

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