Note: In order to find a course in the new 4 digit numbering system using an old 3 digit number, please refer to the conversion list below. Before registering for courses with the new 4 digit numbering system, please ensure that you have not previously taken the course in its 3 digit form.
Click here for conversion list of former 3-digit course numbers.
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Microbiology and Immunology
2100A -
Biology of Prokaryotes
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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.
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Microbiology and Immunology
2500B -
Biology of Infection and Immunity
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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.
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Microbiology and Immunology
3300A -
Immunology
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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.
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Microbiology and Immunology
3400B -
Diversity of Prokaryotes and Viruses
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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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The former Microbiology and Immunology 450b.
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Microbiology and Immunology
3600G -
Laboratory Techniques in Microbiology and Immunology
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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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Microbiology and Immunology
3810W -
Microbiology and Immunology for Nursing Students
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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.
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The former Microbiology and Immunology 3800.
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Microbiology and Immunology
4100A -
Bacterial Pathogenesis
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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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Microbiology and Immunology
4200B -
Molecular Virology
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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.
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Microbiology and Immunology
4300A -
Advanced Immunology
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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.
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Microbiology and Immunology
4700B -
Molecular Genetics of Gene Expression
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An advanced course examining the application of classical genetics and modern molecular biological approaches to the analysis of gene expression in both prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Topics will include transcriptional control mechanisms, regulation of simple developmental systems, and gene mutation, mapping, and manipulation.
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Microbiology and Immunology
4970E -
Research Project and Seminar
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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).
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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.
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