Microbes and Immunity

School of Medicine

This course familiarizes students with the etiology, risk factors, epidemiology, diagnosis, pathogenesis, clinical characteristics, prevention and treatment of common microbial and immune diseases. The course content includes a discussion of the soluble factors and cells that make up the immune system and how these different components contribute to health and disease in a variety of situations. It also provides an overview of the pathogenic bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa and parasites. Finally, the course includes several topics that prepare students for the Homeostasis class of the Foundations in Medical Knowledge Phase. The course consists of lectures, case-based small group discussions, case-based intermediate size group discussions, laboratory sessions, and optional problem and review sessions. Required. First year.