BIO 125 - Changing Face of Human Disease

Institution:

Albright College

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Description:

An exploration of emerging or reemergent infectious diseases in humans. Emergence of new strains of influenza, hepatitis C, SARS, and virulent strains of E. Coli are included along with proposed explanations for their emergence. Antibiotic resistance and also the immune system dysfunction associated with HIV/AIDS is also discussed. Skills in written and oral communication are stressed. Laboratory work includes current methods used to study disease-associated microorganisms. Satisfies the General Studies Laboratory Science requirement. Not intended for Biology concentrators. Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.albright.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 921-2381

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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