MMI 415 - Advanced Virology

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

Description
This course focuses on current and historically important topics in virology, to provide advanced understanding of the mechanisms of virus replication, virus-host interactions, therapies and vaccines for pathogenic viruses and applications of viruses for human health, agricultural or ecological benefits. Scientific literature is incorporated to better understand research approaches in virology. The course combines lecture-based classes with discussion of scientific literature, and student presentations. Prerequisites: BIOCH 200, IMIN 324 and IMIN 371, or consent of Department.