MCB 5205 Microbiology of Human Pathogens

• Credits: 3
• Tuition: $1,605
• Syllabus: Find the course syllabus for your desired semester here. 

Description

Survey of advanced topics and current scientific literature related to human host-pathogen interactions and microbial pathogenesis, focusing on emerging bacterial and viral pathogens as agents of human disease, biosecurity, molecular identification methods, spread of multi-drug resistance among bacterial pathogens, drug discovery, and alternative treatment research.

Course Goals

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Analyze the intricate interplay between the host immune system and bacterial pathogens to develop a comprehensive understanding of microbial virulence
• Investigate the strategies and mechanisms employed by bacterial pathogens to induce disease, by studying various examples and case studies
• Apply analytical skills to critically examine real-world scenarios of infectious diseases, thereby enhancing your ability to navigate the complexities of this field
• Evaluate the laboratory techniques, diagnostic methodologies, and research strategies used to assess the virulence and disease-causing potential of bacterial pathogens
• Examine strategies for the prevention and treatment of host infections and associated diseases, with a particular focus on vaccines, antibiotics, and the role of microbiota
• Critically assess the development and implementation of interventions that effectively combat infections, considering the factors influencing their success and limitations