Biology 355

Regular university classes run from Aug. 31, 2020 to Dec. 4, 2020
Regular deadline to add/drop: Sep. 8, 2020 12:00pm  
Regular last day to withdraw: Dec. 4, 2020  

Biology 355 BIO 355
Virology 3 (3-0-0-0-0)

General concepts of viral structure and replication. DNA, RNA and retroviruses and their life cycles with detailed examples of specific viruses. Bacterial, plant, and other non-animal viruses and their role in the ecosystem. Molecular genetics of viruses and their role in evolution. Elements of viral epidemiology and pathogenesis.

Prerequisites: Biology 265 or Environmental Science 265 and 2nd year standing required
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