CBLG 655 - Viruses Among Us
25768281
Delivery Options
Online Synchronous
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Course Description
This course is designed for students with a minimum background in biology or medicine who want to understand viruses, historical perspectives and epidemiological accounts of viral diseases, and the threats of new pandemics. Topics will include viral biology, pathogenesis, epidemiology, vaccinations, and the societal impact of viral pandemics. Students will learn to critically evaluate claims in the news about viruses and challenging policy decisions in pandemics. Students will have an opportunity to effectively communicate information about viruses to the public through current forms of media.Notes
On-campus exam requirement for online offerings: For online sections of this course, your midterm and final exam will be written in person at the Toronto Metropolitan University campus. If you live more than 100 km from the TMU campus, you may arrange to write your exam off-campus using an approved off-campus invigilation service. Details on your exam date and how to arrange off-campus invigilation can be found on the Exams for Online Courses webpage.Requisites
Antirequisite: BLG408Loading...