PHS 742 - Immunology and Microbiology

Prerequisite, pharmaceutical sciences major, Ph.D. or M.S. program. This online course is an overview of immunology including the immune response to infections and immunological pathology including immunodeficiency, autoimmunity and allergy. Immunological concepts will be married with aspects of infectious disease microbiology and human genetics through patient case studies. In addition to immunological and microbiological concepts, diagnostic, laboratory and therapeutic concepts will be applied during case studies. A basic understanding of biochemistry and molecular biology is required for this course. Some sections of this course may be offered as a hybrid course or online only. Letter grade. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits