MIC 4126 Virology

3 units
Microbiology and Immunology
Faculty of Medicine
Survey of viruses that infect bacteria, plants and animals, emphasizing the basic principles of virus structure, classification and transmission. Examination of molecular mechanisms involved in virus replication and virus-host interactions, using as specific examples, pathogenic viruses that infect humans or animals. To be offered every year subject to sufficient demand. Previously MIC 5326.

Components:

Lecture

Requirements:

Prerequisite: BCH 3170 or BIO 3170 .

Previously Offered Terms:

Winter

Organized

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4.40

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Clear Expectations

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Learned a Lot

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4.55

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Recommend

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4.19

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Workload

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heavier than average
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Fair Assessments

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question not applicable
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