HSCI 470: Infectious Diseases
Credit Hours: 3 credits
Instructional Method: Three hour lecture.
Prerequisites: At least 3 credits in any BIOL course.
Note(s): Scientific and Quantitative Reasoning designated course.
Catalog Description
The fundamentals of infectious disease transmission, etiology, pathogenesis, management,
and prevention are examined. Several infectious agents that cause disease in the
humans are identified and discussed.
Course Content
Detailed Description of Conduct of Course
This is an online, distance learning, course organized around student-centered learning modules, experiential activities, films/videos, lecture, case studies, guest speakers, and investigation of published literature. This is not a self-paced course, students are required to complete weekly course content modules. Students are required to attend synchronous sessions throughout the semester.
Student Learning Outcomes
After completing this course, students will be able to:
1. Describe the mechanisms for infectious disease transmission.
2. Explain the pathogenesis of some common infectious diseases in humans.
3. Assess strategies to prevent the transmission of common infectious diseases.
4. Examine the characteristics of several infectious diseases in humans.
Assessment Measures
Assessment measures may include a range of strategies such as traditional assignments, group projects, student presentations, peer evaluations, discussion boards, quizzes, exams, papers, virtual trainings training, case-studies, and online survey tools.
Review and Approval
March 01, 2021
Revised June, 2023