2023-2024 Academic Catalog

PMO 514 Epidemiology and Control of Infectious Diseases

The natural history, distribution patterns, and risk factors of selected infectious diseases are discussed. Strategies for prevention or control are derived from such epidemiologic concepts as natural reservoir, modes of transmission, in apparent versus apparent infections, herd immunity, and the effects of immunization. Student participation in case studies and presentations will constitute a major part of the course.

Credits

2.25

Prerequisite

PMO 511, Concurrence of Course Director