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260.623.01
Fundamental Virology

Location
East Baltimore
Term
1st Term
Department
Molecular Microbiology and Immunology
Credit(s)
4
Academic Year
2012 - 2013
Instruction Method
TBD
Class Time(s)
M, W, F, 3:30 - 4:50pm
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Description
Discusses cellular, molecular, genetic, and immunological principles that govern viral infection. Presents a survey of main virus groups with detailed discussion of several representative human pathogens. Topics include replication strategies, pathogenesis, carcinogenesis, vaccination, and the use of viruses as tools in molecular and cell biology. Emphasizes interactions of viral and host cell processes.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  1. Discuss basic mechanisms of animal virus replication
  2. Discuss basic cellular and host responses to viral infection
  3. Become familiar with the major virus families that cause human disease
  4. Discuss the mechanisms by which viruses in these families cause disease
  5. Discuss how viruses in these families are transmitted and maintained in populations
Special Comments

Required for MMI students.