Microbes and Diseases

Course ID:  D9G014BO

Credits: 2

Course Prerequisites: None

Course Description and Goals:

This course aims to give a general understanding of microbial pathogens of human, infectious diseases, and disease transmission in a perspective of public science, which could help to enhance the awareness of public health.

Microorganisms are everywhere and have a close relationship with human. Why some microorganisms make people sick? How should we deal with these problems? This course will talk about microbial pathogens, how they cause infections, and how transmission happens. It will help to enhance the awareness and to improve individual and public health.

Schedule Type:  Lecture, team learning, presentation, self-directed learning