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Immunology

BIOL-40371

Learn Immunology Online: Understanding the Body's Defense Systems

 
Step into the world of the human immune system – the complex network that protects us from disease. This online immunology course offers an advanced undergraduate-level exploration of mammalian immunology, clinical applications, and therapeutic approaches. Whether you're preparing for medical school, pursuing a career in healthcare, or interested in understanding disease mechanisms, you'll gain comprehensive knowledge of how the immune system works and responds to challenges.
 

Learning Objectives

 
  • Understand the evolutionary development and principles of the immune system
  • Examine the complex interactions between innate and adaptive immunity
  • Analyze immune cell development, migration, and communication
  • Explore the relationship between immune dysfunction and disease
  • Study current therapeutic strategies in immunological medicine
 

Prerequisites

 

A foundation in cellular biology and genetics is required, as basic concepts in cell biology, cell signaling, and principles of genetics will not be covered in the course lectures.
 

Course Format

 

This course is offered in an online asynchronous format. There are no set meeting times, however, students follow a weekly schedule and there will be deadlines to meet in terms of course requirements. This course cannot be completed at an accelerated rate.

Course Developer

 

All sections use content developed by Dr. Annelise Snyder, ensuring a consistent and high-quality learning experience across all offerings. To accommodate demand, we have co-instructors leading sections of his material. Regardless of the instructor, the course content remains the same, maintaining the integrity and rigor of Dr. Snyder's course design.

Transferring for College Credit

 

Many UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies courses may transfer to other institutions for college credit. The receiving institution determines credit transfer. We recommend consulting with your intended institution's registrar's office before enrolling to confirm transfer eligibility.

Course Topics

  • Evolutionary development of the immune system and host-pathogen interactions
  • Development, function, and regulation of innate and adaptive immune cells
  • Migration of immune cells through the body and the anatomy of lymphoid organs
  • Cell-cell communication and the coordination of responses by multiple immune cell types
  • Underlying causes and consequences of dysregulated immune responses 
  • Therapeutic strategies to treat immunological diseases
  • Basic experimental and diagnostic techniques used in laboratories
  • Identification and comprehension of primary and secondary sources of scientific information

Course Information

Online
4.50 units
$845.00
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