HLTH 2210 - Infectious Diseases:An Application to Everyday Life

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Minneapolis Community and Technical College

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Description:

3.00 credits (3.00 lec) In this course, students will learn about infectious diseases and disease concepts, with emphasis on prevention and control of infectious diseases in the individual, family and community. Students will study a broad spectrum of infectious disease topics, including disease causes, transmission, outbreaks, and personal and family protection; debate the influence of geography, culture, politics and economic factors on infectious diseases; and discuss common diseases such as influenza, food-borne illnesses, and sexually transmitted diseases, as well as more exotic diseases, such as pandemic influenza, newly emerging diseases, and diseases caused by bioterrorism. Prerequisites: Placement into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.minneapolis.edu

Phone Number:

(612) 659-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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