340.654.01
Epidemiology and Natural History of Human Viral Infections

Discontinued

Location
East Baltimore
Term
3rd Term
Department
Epidemiology
Credit(s)
6
Academic Year
2017 - 2018
Instruction Method
TBD
Class Time(s)
M, W, F, 1:30 - 3:20pm
Auditors Allowed
Yes, with instructor consent
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Homayoon Farzadegan
Contact Name
Homay Farzadegan
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Prerequisite

General biology and introductory epidemiology.

Description
Emphasizes biology, epidemiology and pathogenesis of diseases caused by human viruses. Discusses virus interaction with host, diagnostic methodologies, immunization and treatment of viral infections. Examines relationships between oncogenesis and viral infections, such as Hepatitis/liver cancer, HPV/cervical cancer, EBV/Burkitt’s lymphoma and HTLV/leukemia. Covers the biology and natural history of major viral families (such as retroviruses, rabies, and others). Also covers Prion diseases, which are similar to, but not viral infections.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  1. Describe the common structures and functions of viruses and their components, including genetics.
  2. Identify the main steps of viral pathogenesis
  3. Discuss virus-host interactions
  4. Recognize the advantages and limiting factors related to antiviral treatment options
  5. List several viruses and describe the processes by which they can cause cancer
  6. Recall the interaction between viral agents and other factors in the disease pathway
  7. Compare the pathogenesis of retroviruses with other viruses, including the mechanisms of invasion and integration and synthesis of new viral particles
  8. Recognize and describe the issues of treatment, prevention, and future concerns of human immunodeficiency virus and AIDS
  9. Compare and contrast the epidemiology and natural history of other human viral pathogens, including influenza, herpes simplex virus, bovine spongiform encephalitis and others
Instructor Consent
No consent required
Special Comments

Content similar to 260.623-624