The course provides the basics of microbiology and its pharmaceutical/medical importance. The course provides students with the essentials of microbiology as a science and its historical development. The course describes the characteristics, classification, and life cycle of various microorganisms, including viruses, bacteria, and fungi. Moreover, it covers the pathogenesis of microorganisms and their transmission routes. The course introduces the students to main concepts in the science of epidemiology and public health. Additionally, it details the main antimicrobial agents used clinically and their mode of action. The students will be also introduced to various sterilizing processes, disinfectants, antiseptics, preservatives, and their use to control the spread of microorganisms. Finally the course will detail some of the most important human infectious diseases.