The course consists of lectures and laboratories which integrate the basic concepts of microbiology and immunology with the role of microorganisms as pathogenic agents.
Major emphasis is placed on bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites in infectious disease.
The clinical applications of immunology are also discussed. Lectures will cover basic principles and clinical applications of immunology, bacterial physiology and genetics, and the role of pathogenic bacteria, fungi and viruses in human diseases. Introduction to the basic principles of immunology and immunogenetics. The course is offered as the first quarter of MICB-607, and is recommended for students who wish exposure to only the immunology section of that course. Permission of course director is required.