Animal Diseases (11:067:404)

Typically Offered

Fall and Summer semesters.

Prerequisites & Other Registration Restrictions

Introductory Biology (01:119:115-116). Class is restricted to seniors.

Format

Lectures twice a week in an 80-minute class period.

Description

This is a concept course on the biology of animal diseases. It uses examples of bacteria, viruses and parasites to illustrate fundamental principles in the evolution, transmission, pathogenesis, treatment and control of disease.

Examinations

Numerous pop quizzes, 2 hourly exams in the lecture period, and a comprehensive final exam. Exams are essay-type, and answers are expected to be coherent, rational and conceptual.

Other Requirements

Attendance in class is absolutely required for good performance in this course.