Microbial Diseases Epidemiology and Control 2

Microbial Disease Epidemiology and control 2

EPI3004 Microbial Diseases Epidemiology and Control 1

4 hours No requisites

2 Introduction to Virology (Structure, replication, classification, transmission of viruses)

3 DNA Viruses (Herpesviruses, adenoviruses, and poxviruses)

4 RNA Viruses (Orthomyxoviruses, paramyxoviruses, and coronaviruses)

5 Retroviruses and Hepatitis Viruses (HIV/AIDS and hepatitis A–E)

6 Introduction to Mycology ( Classification and general features of fungi + / Superficial and cutaneous mycoses)

7 Systemic Fungal Infections (Candida, Aspergillus, and Cryptococcus)

8 Introduction to Parasitology (Protozoa and helminths: lifecycle and pathogenicity)

9 Specific Parasitic Diseases (Malaria, leishmaniasis, and schistosomiasis)

11 Infections of the Respiratory System (Upper and lower respiratory tract infections)

12 Gastrointestinal Infections (Diarrheal diseases and foodborne infections)

13 Infections of the Nervous System (Meningitis, encephalitis, and prion diseases)

14 Infections of the Urogenital System (UTIs, sexually transmitted infections)

15 Emerging and Re-Emerging Infectious Diseases (Zoonoses, pandemics, and climate change effects )

16 Vaccines and Immunization (Principles of vaccine development and challenges)

17 Advances in Medical Microbiology ( Genomics, bioinformatics, and the microbiome)

18 Practical

1.1 Mapped to: K1

Explain the epidemiological concepts, principles, and classifications of microbial diseases, including virology, mycology, parasitology, and systemic infections, in the context of disease transmission and control."

Teaching Strategy Interactive lecturing

Assessment Methods Examinations

1.2 Mapped to: K2

Analyze the challenges and practices associated with emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases, vaccination strategies, and the impact of environmental and societal factors on disease epidemiology.

Teaching Strategy Interactive lecturing

Assessment Methods Examinations

2.1 Mapped to: S1

Apply diagnostic techniques to identify and investigate infectious diseases, using methods such as serology, molecular biology, and microscopy, to support the epidemiological processes of prevention, control, monitoring, and assessment of health-related events

Teaching Strategy Interactive lecturing, Independent studies, Class room activities

Assessment Methods Examinations

2.2 Mapped to: S2

Analyze case studies of systemic infections and communicate the findings effectively, recommending appropriate treatment and preventive strategies to both the general audience and relevant stakeholders.

Teaching Strategy Interactive lecturing , Independent studies , Class room activities

Assessment Methods Examination

2.3 Mapped to: S4

Utilize cutting-edge epidemiological tools, such as whole-genome sequencing, predictive modeling, and big data analytics, to track and control microbial diseases.

Teaching Strategy Interactive lecturing , Independent studies , Class room activities

Assessment Methods Examination

3.1 Mapped to: V1

Demonstrate leadership and teamwork in epidemiological research, managing time and responsibility effectively

Teaching Strategy Class room activities

Assessment Methods Group project

3.2 Mapped to: V2

Apply ethical and legal principles in conducting epidemiological studies, ensuring participant confidentiality."

Teaching Strategy Class room activities

Assessment Methods Group project

Assessment	Weight





Final Examination	40%
Midterm Examination	20%
Quiz	10%
Essays & presentation	10%
Practical Examination	20%
Total	100%

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