BIOL 8835 BIOLOGY OF PATHOGENIC MICROORGANISMS (3 credits)
This course will cover diseases commonly caused by microorganisms and the features of the microorganisms that cause those diseases. The course will also cover terms used to describe infections, their transmission and their occurrence, and the defenses of humans against infections. The goal of the course is to provide students with the knowledge to be able to diagnose common infectious diseases based on symptoms and test results. Usually offered in Spring semesters. (Cross-listed with BIOL 3830).
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2140 or BIOL 2440 or BIOL 3240 or the equivalent, or by instructor permission. Not open to non-degree graduate students.