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BIO415Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Virology and Tissue Culture

This course introduces the fundamentals of virology and tissue culture, focusing on viruses infecting humans, animals, and plants. It covers viral origins, classification, and examples of viruses causing economically important diseases. Students will learn diagnostic methods, control measures, and treatment strategies. The course is designed for those planning to work in medical microbiology laboratories and related fields, requiring a minimum of 2 hours of online study weekly and assignments. Virology and Tissue Culture is a 2-credit unit course.

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91h
Study Time
13
Weeks
7h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
VirologyTissue CultureViral DiseasesViral ReplicationViral Taxonomy

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Viral Origins

2

Viral Classification

3

DNA Viruses

4

RNA Viruses

5

Viral Replication

6

Viral Genetics

7

Viral Diagnosis

8

Viral Treatment

Total Topics8 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Medical Microbiologist

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Medical Laboratory Scientist

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Virologist

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Public Health Officer

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Research Scientist

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

PharmaceuticalsHealthcareResearch InstitutionsPublic Health OrganizationsBiotechnology

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Introduction to viruses

3h

Unit 1: Introduction to viruses

3 study hours
  • •Understand the origin of viruses and their unique characteristics.
  • •Define key virology terms such as capsid, virion, and nucleocapsid.
Week
2

Module 1: Introduction to viruses

3h

Unit 2: Viral Taxonomy and symmetry

3 study hours
  • •Explore viral taxonomy and the ICTV classification system.
  • •Examine the factors considered in classifying viruses, including nucleic acid type and morphology.
Week
3

Module 1: Introduction to viruses

3h

Unit 3: Classification of DNA viruses

3 study hours
  • •Study the classification of DNA viruses, including Parvoviridae, Papovaviridae, and Adenoviridae.
  • •Understand the characteristics and replication strategies of each family.
Week
4

Module 1: Introduction to viruses

3h

Unit 4: Classification of RNA viruses

3 study hours
  • •Study the classification of RNA viruses, including Picornaviridae, Calciviridae and Reoviridae.
  • •Understand the characteristics and replication strategies of each family.
Week
5

Module 1: Introduction to viruses

3h

Unit 5: Classification of RNA viruses continued

3 study hours
  • •Continue studying the classification of RNA viruses, including Retroviridae, Bunyaviridae, and Orthomyxoviridae.
  • •Understand the characteristics and replication strategies of each family.
Week
6

Module 2:

3h

Unit 1: Other classes of viruses

3 study hours
  • •Learn about other classes of viruses, including viroids and satellites.
  • •Understand their structure, replication, and impact on host cells.
Week
7

Module 2:

3h

Unit 2: Viral replication

3 study hours
  • •Examine the process of viral replication, including adsorption, penetration, uncoating, and assembly.
  • •Understand the role of host cell machinery in viral replication.
Week
8

Module 2:

3h

Unit 3: Viral genetics

3 study hours
  • •Study viral genetics, including mutations and recombination.
  • •Understand how these genetic changes impact viral evolution and pathogenicity.
Week
9

Module 2:

3h

Unit 4: Mode of transmission and diagnosis of viral infections

3 study hours
  • •Explore the modes of transmission of viral infections, including direct and indirect transmission.
  • •Understand the methods for diagnosing viral infections, including virus isolation and serological tests.
Week
10

Module 2:

3h

Unit 5: Control and treatment of viral diseases

3 study hours
  • •Study the control and treatment of viral diseases, including the use of interferons and antiviral drugs.
  • •Understand the principles of vaccination and current developments in vaccine production.
Week
11

Module 3:

3h

Unit 1: Case study of viral diseases

3 study hours
  • •Analyze the case study of AIDS, including its history, virology, and clinical presentation.
  • •Understand the transmission, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of AIDS.
Week
12

Module 3:

3h

Unit 2: Cultivation of viruses

3 study hours
  • •Learn about the cultivation of viruses, including animal inoculation, embryonated eggs, and tissue culture.
  • •Understand the methods for detecting virus-infected cells.
Week
13

Module 3:

9h

Unit 3: Purification of viral particles

3 study hours
  • •Explore the purification of viral particles, including centrifugation techniques.
  • •Understand the methods for assessing the purity of virions and identifying viral particles.

Unit 4: Assessing the purity of virions and identification of a viral particle

3 study hours
  • •Learn about the preservation of viruses, including freezing and lyophilization.
  • •Understand the ethics in a virology laboratory and laboratory safety protocols.

Unit 5: Preservation of viruses and ethics in a virology laboratory

3 study hours
  • •Understand the ethics in a virology laboratory and laboratory safety protocols.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create detailed diagrams illustrating viral replication cycles (Units 2-5).

2

Develop flashcards for each virus family, including key characteristics and associated diseases (Modules 1-3).

3

Practice interpreting diagnostic test results (Unit 4 Module 2).

4

Review case studies (Unit 1 Module 3) and apply knowledge to potential exam scenarios.

5

Focus on understanding the mechanisms of action for antiviral drugs and vaccines (Unit 5 Module 2).

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