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Virology

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
9/3/24 - 12/13/24
TuTh 9:30a.m. – 10:45a.m.		 University Hall Y01-1350 TEAL 3 $1984 (guest students)
Date
9/3/24 - 12/13/24
Time
TuTh 9:30a.m. – 10:45a.m.
Location
University Hall Y01-1350 TEAL
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$1984 (guest students)

Description

Viruses are everywhere and are the most abundant inhabitants of the biosphere. In this course, students learn what makes viruses biologically successful, how viruses adapt to dynamic environments, and how viruses respond to host defenses such as immunity and the microbiome. This course provides a foundation for virology with a focus on medically important viruses. Students explore the following concepts: virus classification, the infectious cycle, viral genomes and coding strategies, viral discovery, virus structure and function, host responses to infection, and virus transmission. The course emphasizes hands-on, experiential learning, including gaining experience in tools for viral discovery and epidemiological outbreak investigation. By taking this course, students advance their skills and understanding of virology, molecular biology, bioinformatics, emerging infectious disease, and global health.

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024

Location

University Hall Y01-1350 TEAL

Enrolled / Capacity

40 / 40

Status

Waitlist

Instructor

Nichola Hill

Prerequisites

BIOL 210 or BIOL 212 and BIOL 252 or BIOL 254

Tuition*

$1984 (guest students)

* The tuition estimate is based on minimum, single-course cost to a new student who is a Massachusetts resident and not enrolled in a multi-course program. State residency, online/in person modality, and matriculation to a degree program may affect cost.

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