223.688.11
Intestinal Infections in the Tropics

Cancelled

Location
East Baltimore
Term
Summer Institute
Department
International Health
Credit(s)
4
Academic Year
2020 - 2021
Instruction Method
TBD
Start Date
Monday, July 20, 2020
End Date
Friday, July 24, 2020
Class Time(s)
M, Tu, W, Th, F, 8:30am - 5:20pm
Auditors Allowed
Yes, with instructor consent
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Robert Gilman
Contact Name
Lisa Nance
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Prerequisite

Bachelors with higher degree in fields as nursing, engineering, biological/social sciences.

Description
Provides an overview of the epidemiology, presentation, and effects of microbial, protozoan, and viral intestinal infections, including Salmonella, Shigella, cholera, typhoid, rotavirus, amebiasis, dysentery, H. pylori, Campylobacter, Cryptopsoridium, Cyclospora, and Giardia. Clinical presentation, life cycle, distribution, prevention, and treatment of intestinal helminthes, including Ascaris, Trichuris, Strongyloides, and hookworm are addressed. Interactions between parasites, diarrhea, and malnutrition, are addressed, along with treatment, prevention and control strategies, and oral rehydration therapy. Cysticercosis and hydatid disease are also be covered. Includes laboratory sessions and practical lab experience.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  1. Understand the epidemiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment of several major tropical intestinal diseases
  2. List public health preventive and control measures for the major intestinal diseases in the tropics
  3. Recognize important protozoal and worm pathogens as presented in laboratory specimens
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
  • 20% Participation
  • 40% Midterm
  • 40% Final Exam
Instructor Consent
No consent required