2023 Fall > UGRD > biol > biol 376
Virology
Course #: biol 376
Description:
Viruses are everywhere and are the most abundant inhabitants of the biosphere. In this course, students learn what makes viruses biologically successful, how viruses adapt to dynamic environments, and how viruses respond to host defenses such as immunity and the microbiome. This course provides a foundation for virology with a focus on medically important viruses. Students explore the following concepts: virus classification, the infectious cycle, viral genomes and coding strategies, viral discovery, virus structure and function, host responses to infection, and virus transmission. The course emphasizes hands-on, experiential learning, including gaining experience in tools for viral discovery and epidemiological outbreak investigation. By taking this course, students advance their skills and understanding of virology, molecular biology, bioinformatics, emerging infectious disease, and global health.
Pre Requisites:
Pre-requisite: BIOL 210 or BIOL 212 and BIOL 252 or BIOL 254
| Section | Class Number | Schedule/Time | Instructor | Location | |
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| 01 | 13973 | TuTh 9:30 - 10:45 am |
Hill,Nichola J | University Hall Y01-1350 TEAL | |
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Session:
Regular
Class Dates:
09/05/2023 - 12/13/2023
Capacity:
40
Enrolled:
39
Status:
Open
Credits:
3/3
Class Notes:
This course uses course material available through the Healey Library and other sources. There is no cost for the course material for this course. For more information about no-cost course material, please visit open.umb.edu.
Pre Requisites:
Pre-requisite: BIOL 210 or BIOL 212 and BIOL 252 or BIOL 254
Course Attributes:
Library and other resources, no cost materials
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