BIO 220 - Biology of AIDS

Institution:

Onondaga Community College

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Description:

Starting where introductory biology classes leave off, this course explores AIDS and the pathology of HIV, including the structure and origin of the virus, mechanisms of viral replication, routes of transmission, and consequences of infection. Methods of prevention and treatment also will be discussed, including the biomedical challenges to effective treatment. A review of current testing methods and the prevalence of the disease in various populations will also be discussed, along with the role of the immune system in disease control and progression. This class is appropriate for all students, including nonscience majors, science majors, and students entering the health professions. Three hours of lecture; no lab. Prerequisite: BIO 105 or BIO 121 or BIO 151 or BIO 171.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sunyocc.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 498-2622

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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