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Major Global Infectious Diseases: Prospects for Control
Location
Internet
Term
Winter Institute
Department
Molecular Microbiology and Immunology
Credit(s)
2
Academic Year
2024 - 2025
Instruction Method
Synchronous Online
M, Tu, W, Th, F, 1:30 - 4:20pm
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
Provides in-depth information on the basic pathogenic mechanisms of selected infectious diseases that continue to be of major public health importance worldwide, with an emphasis on underlying problems for development of effective public health interventions. Includes topics: HIV/AIDS, malaria, tuberculosis, measles, as well as infectious disease hazards that may become important in the future. Obtains a working knowledge of the biology of these diseases, including prospects for their effective management and control at both the individual and public health level, and of basic human immunology and vaccinology
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Discuss the biology of major global infectious diseases, including prospects for their effective management and control at both the individual and public health level, and of basic human immunology and vaccinology
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
- 20% Participation
- 80% Written Assignment(s)