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MMI 133 - Medical Microbiology for Health Care Professionals

Course Career Undergraduate
Units 3
Approved Hours 3-0-0
Fee index 6
Faculty Medicine and Dentistry
Department Med Microbiology & Immun
Typically Offered either term

Description
Introductory course in medical microbiology designed for students enrolled in health care related programs. The course begins with basic information on microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites and prions), the immune system, infection control, transmission of infection, epidemiology, antimicrobials, disinfection and sterilization. The later part of the course concentrates on infectious diseases caused by pathogenic organisms. Nursing students must achieve a minimum grade of C+ in order to progress in their program.