BIO 220 Immunology

3 credit(s)

 
Prerequisite(s): BIO 101  or equivalent and BIO 150  or equivalent.

 
Provides an introduction to immune organs and tissues as well as a more in-depth analysis of immune function at the cellular and molecular level. Combines concepts of cell biology, genetics, developmental biology and biochemistry. Applies learned material to clinical applications and human health, including how the immune system can be manipulated and how failures of the immune response may lead to human disease. Lecture 3 hours per week.