552.608.81 Biologic, Genetic and Infectious Bases of Human Disease
- Department:
- Extradepartmental
- Term:
- 4th term
- Credits:
- 0.5 credits
- Academic Year:
- 2019 - 2020
- Location:
- Internet
- Dates:
- Mon 03/23/2020 - Mon 04/20/2020
- Auditors Allowed:
- Yes, with instructor consent
- Grading Restriction:
- Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
- Contact:
- Course Facilitator
- Resources:
- Prerequisite:
Introduction to Online Learning is required prior to participating in any of the School's Internet-based courses.
- Description:
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Focuses on the basics of cellular and molecular biology, genetics, and infectious agents. Explains concepts that link basic biology to disease and population health. Illustrates application of biologic and genetic principles to population health using case studies.
- Learning Objectives:
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Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Describe the basics of cellular function and how cellular dysfunction contributes to pathology
- Explain how infectious agents contribute to disease in human populations
- Explain how genetic factors contribute to disease in human populations
- Apply cellular and genetic principles to understanding of model disease
- Methods of Assessment:
This course is evaluated as follows:
- 20% Participation
- 40% Interim
- 40% Final
- Instructor Consent:
No consent required