MLSCI 244 - Clinical Microbiology

3 units (fi 6)(VAR, 3-0-0)

Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry

As an introduction to clinical microbiology, this course considers organisms isolated from different body systems and their clinical significance. The course begins with reviewing concepts of microbial anatomy and physiology, followed by a detailed focus on pathogenic mechanisms, clinical manifestations, and diagnostic methods of isolation and characterization of the most common aerobic and anaerobic pathogens affecting the human body. Other topics include antimicrobials and antimicrobial susceptibility testing. Prerequisite: CSMLS general certification or consent of the department. May not be taken for credit if credit already obtained in MLSCI 241.