May 23, 2025  
(UNDER REVIEW) 2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
(UNDER REVIEW) 2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog

BIOL 340 - Infectious Disease

4.00 credit hours
Biology of pathogenic microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses and fungi, and the mechanisms by which they cause disease, with extensive use of the primary scientific literature. Epidemiological modeling of disease spread and the role of public-health intervention will be important topics, as will the immune response to disease. Laboratory required: independent project dealing with the spread and prevention of infection.

Prerequisite(s): BIOL 230 .


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