260.631.01
Immunology, Infection and Disease
Location
East Baltimore
Term
2nd Term
Department
Molecular Microbiology and Immunology
Credit(s)
3
Academic Year
2024 - 2025
Instruction Method
In-person
Tu, Th, 3:30 - 4:50pm
Auditors Allowed
Yes, with instructor consent
Available to Undergraduate
Yes
Grading Restriction
Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Resources
Prerequisite
Presents the fundamental cellular, molecular and genetic mechanisms that initiate and control immune responses elicited during pathogen challenge and vaccination.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate the basic principles of the cellular and molecular basis for the vertebrate immune response
- Discuss the pathogenesis of bacterial, viral and parasitic pathogens
- Analyze the rationale behind vaccines and vaccination
- Define the fundamentals of the genetics of immunity and how this impacts the susceptibility of individuals and populations to diseases of public health importance
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
- 40% Midterm
- 40% Final Exam
- 20% Quizzes