BIOL 440 - Molecular Virology

Units: 3
Survey of DNA and RNA viruses of bacteria, plants and animals. Focus on the molecular mechanisms of infection and replication, Braggs Law and viral structure with emphasis viruses of biomedical importance such as HIV and HCV, prions and viroids.

Strongly Recommended Preparation: BIOL 445.
Prerequisites: BIOL 310.
Equivalent Quarter Course: BIOL 4441.
Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
Grading: A-F grading only.
Course Typically Offered: Fall ONLY