BMED 4440 Medical Microbiology

This course will provide a comprehensive study of disease-causing microorganisms including source of origin, biochemical pathways to control host systems, pathogens survival in the environment and host transmissions. Students who successfully complete this course will have a comprehensive understanding of therapeutic approaches for different pathogens, drug resistance, and overcoming potential treatment failure. The laboratory will give students an opportunity to learn safe handling precautions and procedures and will provide hands-on study of some of these organisms.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Departmental approval

Schedule Type

Lecture/Lab

Grading Basis

Standard Letter (A-F)

Administrative Unit

Dept of Health & Biomedical Sc

Offered

As scheduled