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2009-2010 University Catalog

BIOD 751 - Biosurveillance

Credits: 3
Provides an understanding of the capabilities required to provide reliable early warning of disease outbreaks and identify their etiological agents. Assesses strengths and limitations of physicians, laboratories, epidemiologists, aerosol sensors, and syndromic surveillance systems. Considers challenges posed by the integration and analysis of the information collected by these sources.

Prerequisites
BIOD 604 and 605, or permission of instructor.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week
3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week
0