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223.688.49
Intestinal Infections in the Tropics

Location
Internet
Term
Summer Institute
Department
International Health
Credit(s)
4
Academic Year
2022 - 2023
Instruction Method
Synchronous Online
Start Date
Monday, July 18, 2022
End Date
Friday, July 22, 2022
Class Time(s)
M, Tu, W, Th, F, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Auditors Allowed
Yes, with instructor consent
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Contact Name
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. Addresses clinical presentation, life cycle, distribution, prevention, and treatment of intestinal helminthes, including Ascaris, Trichuris, Strongyloides, and hookworm. Addresses interactions between parasites, diarrhea, and malnutrition along with treatment, prevention and control strategies, and oral rehydration therapy. Covers Cysticercosis and hydatid disease. Includes laboratory sessions and practical lab experience.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  1. Explain 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
Special Comments

This is the synchronous online version of the course. The other section (.11) is the onsite section of the course. Courses will be recorded for those unable to attend synchronously