The natural history of significant human pathogens and the measures public health officials take to control them. Topics include enteric, respiratory, sexually transmitted, blood-borne, and travel-related diseases. Emerging pathogens are discussed. The role of infection control, outbreak investigation, and vaccinations are presented.

Note: Open only to students in the Bachelor of Environmental Health (After Degree) program or with permission of the Department.

Prerequisites: special conditions as specified below
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Special Conditions: 3 credits of general microbiology.