MIC546
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MIC546 - Insect Pathogens: Biocontrol Agents & Biological Models
Course ID
034335
Course Description
Ecology and biology of insect pathogens (viruses, bacteria, protozoa, nematodes). Diagnostics, safety testing of pathogens. Genomics and genetic engineering of entomopathogens. Insect pathogens as biological model organisms. Applications in medical and veterinary research and pharmaceutical bioprospecting. Graduate-level requirements include students to prepare and give one oral presentation of a specific topic that will be coordinated with the instructor at the beginning of the course. Topics considered in the oral presentations will be included in the final exam.
Min Units
4
Max Units
4
Repeatable for Credit
Yes
Total Completions Allowed
2
Total Units Allowed
999
Grading Basis
GRD - Regular Grades A, B, C, D, E
Career
Graduate
Course Attributes
CE - CL (Cross Listed)
Cross Listed Courses
Component
Discussion
Optional Component
Yes
Component
Laboratory
Optional Component
Yes
Component
Lecture
Optional Component
No