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BIOL 450 - Virology

(4 credits)
Prerequisite: BIOL 200 with a minimum grade of “C-“; and CHEM 132 or CHEM 142; or consent of instructor
Corequisite: BIOL 450L

This course is an introduction to the study of viruses including bacteriophages and animal viruses. Viral structure and mechanisms of action are considered at the molecular level, and emphasis is placed on viral replication strategies. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory weekly. Offered alternate fall semesters. May be taken for graduate-level credit.