MIC550

040323

This course is designed to introduce students to the major groups of microorganisms (bacterial, viral, and fungal) that have a role in producing infectious diseases in animals. Additionally, the course will familiarize students with the principles of host-pathogen relationships, the biology, ecology, pathogenesis, and laboratory identification of representative critical/major bacterial, viral, and fungal pathogens of animals. Students will learn the interactions various animal hosts have to different microbial pathogens, and how this can alter the type of disease produced in different types of animals. The course will also discuss the overall impact these diseases have on wildlife and domestic pets, and the major agricultural impact/cost certain pathogens can have on livestock and our food supply.

GRD - Regular Grades A, B, C, D, E

Graduate

MIC450