Virology (MICR3002)
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
School
Chemistry & Molec Biosciences
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Class hours
3 Lecture hours
3 Practical or Laboratory hours
Prerequisite
MICR2000 or BIOC2000
Assessment methods
Assignment; PBL; CAL; End semester theory & practical examinations
Course enquiries
Dr Paul Young
Study Abroad
This course is pre-approved for Study Abroad and Exchange students.
Current course offerings
Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
Semester 1, 2024 (19/02/2024 - 15/06/2024) | St Lucia | In Person | Course Profile |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
Course description
Molecular aspects of the nature of viruses & their replication, applications in genetic engineering & gene therapy, as well as detection & control by both vaccines & antiviral strategies. The course provides a background for studying virus diseases in humans, animals & plants.