HSCI.2110 Clinical Microbiology & Microbial Pathogenesis (Formerly 35.211)

Id: 004759 Credits: 3-3

Description

Introduces microbiology through clinical, pharmaceutical, and public health perspectives, examining the structure, function, growth, metabolism, genetics, antibiotic resistance, and classification of microorganisms associated with human disease, as well as their broader impact on food safety and human health. Students will explore host-microbe interactions, with emphasis placed on immune responses and the pathogenesis of infectious diseases. The course also addresses the ecological roles of microorganisms, highlighting their beneficial and harmful activities, approaches to infection diagnosis, and strategies for prevention, control, and management. Students will learn about major human infectious diseases, focusing on their detection, pathogenesis and pathology, and their effects across physiological systems.

Prerequisites

HSCI.1010 Human A&P I, and HSCI.1030 Human A&P I Lab, or BIOL.1120 Prin.of Biology II and BIOL.1180L Exp.Biology II with a grade of B- or better, and Co-req: HSCI.2130 Basic Clinical Microbiology & Pathology Lab.

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