METX 100: Intro to Microbiology
University of California, Santa Cruz
Introduces the biology of microorganisms (bacteria, archaea, viruses, fungi, and unicellular eukaryotes), with an emphasis on bacteria. Topics include microbial cell structure and function, physiology, metabolism, genetics, and diversity. Also considers the role of microbes in human health, the environment, biotechnology, and food production. Students cannot receive credit for both this course and METX 119.
Average GPA: 3.29
Grade distribution records: 1,422 students across 13 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 247 | 17.4% |
| A | 309 | 21.7% |
| A- | 176 | 12.4% |
| B+ | 134 | 9.4% |
| B | 195 | 13.7% |
| B- | 85 | 6.0% |
| C+ | 57 | 4.0% |
| C | 82 | 5.8% |
| C- | 23 | 1.6% |
| D+ | 1 | 0.1% |
| D | 31 | 2.2% |
| F | 27 | 1.9% |
| P | 24 | 1.7% |
| NP | 17 | 1.2% |
| W | 14 | 1.0% |
Based on 1,422 student grade records across 13 terms and 5 professors.
Instructors
- Jacqueline Kimmey 620 students, Average GPA 3.21
- Michael Patnode 530 students, Average GPA 3.52
- Karen M Ottemann 158 students, Average GPA 2.71
- Burcak Artun 82 students, Average GPA 3.42
- Christina Yang 32 students, Average GPA 3.14