PBP-5001 Microbiology & Immunology
This is an introductory course in microbiology and immunology. It expands upon general biological concepts including inorganic, organic, biochemistry, cell structure and function, metabolism, and genetics mechanisms. These concepts are applied to the morphology, physiology, biochemistry, and genetic mechanisms of microorganisms including viruses. The course includes a survey of the representative types of microorganism and the role pathogenic microorganism in causing diseases and infections. The course will conclude with an examination of immunology and will explore such topics as innate and adaptive immunity.