Microbiology is a course that focuses on the study of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa, and algae. It explores their structure, functions, genetics, and roles in health, disease, environment, and industry. Key areas include medical microbiology, immunology, environmental microbiology, food microbiology, and industrial microbiology. Students learn laboratory techniques such as culturing, staining, and microbial analysis. The course prepares graduates for careers in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, food safety, environmental management, and scientific research, working as microbiologists, lab technologists, quality control officers, or research scientists.