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Microbiology and Immunology (M)
Microbiology and Immunology 2100A - Biology of Prokaryotes
This course examines the fundamental aspects of the structure, physiology, genetics, and phylogenetic relationships of the Bacteria and Archaea. Examples of medically and environmentally important organisms are presented.
Antirequisite(s):
Prerequisite(s): Either Biology 1001A or 1201A and either Biology 1002B or 1202B, or one of the former Biology 1222 or 1223; Chemistry 1100A/B and 1200B, or one of the former Chemistry 1050, 1020 or 023.
Corequisite(s): Biochemistry 2280A.
Pre-or Corequisite(s):
Extra Information: 2 lecture hours, 3 laboratory hours, 0.5 course.
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Microbiology and Immunology 2500A/B - Biology of Infection and Immunity
The biology of selected pathogens and the diseases they cause. An examination of host/parasite relationships and strategies used by microbes to survive in their hosts. Aspects of clinical disease will be studied including diagnosis and treatment based on modern molecular techniques and the nature of host immune responses.
Prerequisite(s): Either Biology 1001A or 1201A and either Biology 1002B or 1202B, or one of the former Biology 1222 or 1223.
Corequisite(s):
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Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
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Microbiology and Immunology 3100A - Microbiology
This course will cover fundamental aspects of the ecology, structure, physiology, replication and genetics of bacteria and viruses. Topics include the pathogenesis of microorganisms, their role in disease, antibiotics, gene therapy vectors and vaccines.
Available starting in 2014.
Antirequisite(s): the former Microbiology and Immunology 2100A, 3400B
Corequisite(s):
Pre-or Corequisite(s): It is recommended that Biochemistry 3381A be taken concurrently or previously.
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
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Microbiology and Immunology 3300A - Immunology
Elementary concepts of immunity, structure and function of the immune system, antigens and antibodies, complement, genetic basis of the immune response, humoral and cellular immunity, immunological tolerance, organ and tissue transplantation, allergy and autoimmunity.
Antirequisite(s):
Prerequisite(s): Biochemistry 2280A and Biology 2581B.
Corequisite(s):
Pre-or Corequisite(s):
Extra Information: 2 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
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Microbiology and Immunology 3400B - Diversity of Prokaryotes and Viruses
A study of selected groups of Bacteria and Archaea that exhibit metabolic and physiological diversity (heterotrophs, phototrophs, autotrophs, chemolithotrophs, extremophiles). Molecular systematics and identification of prokaryotes. Introduction to the structure and replication of bacterial and animal viruses (including HIV and SARS). Viral responses to host cell defenses.
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Extra Information: 2 lecture hours, 1 tutorial hour, 0.5 course.
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Microbiology and Immunology 3600G - Laboratory Techniques in Microbiology and Immunology
This course consists of a series of laboratory exercises designed to familiarize students with techniques in immunology, bacterial genetics, virology and molecular biology.
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Extra Information: 1 lecture hour, 3 laboratory hours, 0.5 course.
Enrollment limited: priority will be given to students who have achieved at least 70% in both Microbiology and Immunology 3300A and Biochemistry 3381A.
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Microbiology and Immunology 3610F - Microbiology Laboratory
Laboratory techniques used in the broad discipline of microbiology, including bacteriology and virology. Laboratory exercises include the staining, biochemical characteristics and identification of live bacteria, plus genetic techniques used to study microorganisms. This course runs parallel to, and applies basic principles acquired in, Microbiology and Immunology 3100A.
Available starting in 2014.
Antirequisite(s): the former Microbiology and Immunology 3600G, 2100A
Corequisite(s):
Extra Information: 1 lecture/tutorial hour, 3 laboratory hours, 0.5 course.
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Microbiology and Immunology 3620G - Immunology Laboratory
This course will familiarize students with a variety of practical techniques used in immunology research and diagnostic laboratories.  Basic principles acquired from Microbiology and Immunology 3300B will be applied in this laboratory course.
Available starting in 2014.
Antirequisite(s): the former Microbiology and Immunology 3600G
Corequisite(s):
Pre-or Corequisite(s): Microbiology and Immunology 3300B
Extra Information: 1 lecture/tutorial hour, 3 laboratory hours, 0.5 course.
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Microbiology and Immunology 3810W - Microbiology and Immunology for Nursing Students
The biology of host immune responses and microorganisms with pathogenic potential and clinical aspects of infectious diseases, in the community, the hospital and the long term care institution will be covered. The role and professional attitude of the nurse in prevention, detection, control and management of infections will be emphasized.
Antirequisite(s): The former Microbiology and Immunology 3800.
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Extra Information: 4 lecture hours; first semester, 1.0 course.
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Microbiology and Immunology 4100A - Bacterial Pathogenesis
A course offering an integrated view of the genetics and biochemistry of bacteria and their role in pathogenesis. Lectures and student presentations cover topics in bacterial pathogenesis focusing on medically important organisms.
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Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
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Microbiology and Immunology 4200B - Molecular Virology
Cellular and molecular mechanisms of virus reproduction including approaches to the analysis of virus structure, virus-cell interaction, virus infection, oncogenes and viral transformation of cells to cancer cells. Various examples will be used from bacterial, plant and animal viruses.
Antirequisite(s):
Prerequisite(s): Biochemistry 2280A; Biology 2581B; Microbiology and Immunology 3400B with a mark of at least 70%.
Corequisite(s):
Pre-or Corequisite(s):
Extra Information: 2 lecture hours, 2 tutorial hours, 0.5 course.
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Microbiology and Immunology 4300A - Advanced Immunology
This course covers advanced concepts in organization and regulation of the immune system. Includes structure and function of immunoglobulins and other immune cell receptors, B and T lymphocyte interactions and signal transduction, cellular regulation by cytokines, immunological effector mechanisms, and diseases of the immune system.
Antirequisite(s):
Prerequisite(s): Biochemistry 2280A; Biology 2581B; Microbiology and Immunology 3300A with a mark of at least 70%.
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Pre-or Corequisite(s):
Extra Information: 2 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
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Microbiology and Immunology 4970E - Research Project and Seminar
The major laboratory course for students in Honors Microbiology and Immunology. The course consists of lectures on laboratory safety, biosafety, use of animals in research, scientific integrity; an independent research project (topic and advisor chosen by consultation between student and faculty); scientific communication (two seminars and a written report).
Antirequisite(s): Biochemistry 4483E.
Prerequisite(s): Microbiology and Immunology 3600G with a mark of at least 70%. Enrollment is limited, and is available only to students in Year 4 of the Honors Specializations in Microbiology and Immunology and Biochemistry of Infection and Immunity. Students in the Honors Specialization in Biochemistry of Infection and Immunity may substitute Biochemistry 3380G with a mark of at least 70% in place of Microbiology and Immunology 3600G as a prerequisite.
Corequisite(s):
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Extra Information: 15 hours per week, 1.5 course.
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Academic Calendar 2013 UNDERGRADUATE COURSE INFORMATION Microbiology and Immunology (M)
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