Coursework

Students in the Infectious Diseases Training Program work with their mentor and graduate advisor to develop an individualized program of study.

Required Courses

MICR 8400 – Molecular Principles of Bacteriology & Virology
MICR 8401 – Microbial Pathogenesis
MICR 8402 – Microbial Pathogenesis Proposal Preparation
BIMS 7100 – Research Ethics

Highly Recommended Courses

MICR 8200 – Building Blocks of the Immune System
MICR 8202 – Integration and Diversification of the Immune System
MICR 8341 – Biological Threats and Public Health
BIMS 8382 – Introduction to Biomedical Science
BIMS 8380 – Basics of Study Design and Practical Statistics

Coincident with formal coursework, students are given the opportunity to develop oral presentation skills by participating in monthly research in progress seminars, journal club, annual ID/BD Research Day, and attend weekly ID or BD seminars.