NSET 131 - Diseases That Changed the World

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

NATURAL SCIENCES AND ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY

Description:

This course examines the many ways infectious diseases have impacted history. It provides examples of several important infectious diseases that have impacted civilizations, religion, war, immigration and even science. We will aim to reinterpret historical facts in the light of infectious disease and understand how microbes have affected and altered history. The course will cover diseases including The Black Plague, Syphilis, Smallpox, Influenza, Ebola, Mumps and other lesser-known diseases. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Use the scientific method when reading various articles dealing with science and scientific discoveries. (2) Interpret data, determine patterns and offer explanations (i.e. employ the scientific method). (3) Recall historical facts and reinterpret events with an understanding of the impacts of microbes/infectious diseases. (4) List influential microbes/diseases that have had clear impacts on historical events. (5) Discuss the phenomena of genetic shift and drift with respect to Influenza evolution. (6) Explain and interpret art from various periods with respect to the influence of disease. (7) Describe the infection process, reservoirs and/or disease process of major influential infectious agents.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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