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Updated Microbiology & Pathology Curriculum

Covering the study of microorganisms, the body's immune response, and the science of disease processes from a general and systemic perspective.

8 Credit Units

3 Major Components

Full Year Course

Course Units

Explore the complete Microbiology and Pathology curriculum.

MICROBIOLOGY

MCB 211

Microbiology I – Bacteriology

Key Areas

Microbial Metabolism Pathogenicity & Virulence Sterilization & Disinfection Normal Human Flora Identification of Bacteria Practical Lab Techniques

MCB 222

Immunology and Parasitology

Key Areas

Principles of Immunology Immunological Methods Biology of Parasites Parasite Life Cycles & Control

MCB 233

Microbiology III - Virology and Mycology

Key Areas

Biology of Viruses Biology of Fungi Transmission & Control Diagnosis & Treatment

PATHOLOGY

PAT 211

General Pathology and Histopathology

Key Areas

Causes of Disease (Etiology) Inflammation & Healing Immunopathology Blood Flow Disturbances Tumors (Cancer) Histopathology Practicals

PAT 222

Systemic Pathology and Morbid Anatomy

Key Areas

Pathology of Organ Systems Clinical Case Demonstrations Morbid Anatomy (Post-mortem)

PAT 233

Haematology and Genetics

Haematology Component

Abnormalities of Blood Cells Hemostasis & Clotting Clinical Hematology Techniques

PAT 341

Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, and Medical Ethics

Key Areas

Forensic Medicine Forensic Toxicology Medical Ethics