Biotechnology
BIOT 6600: Agents of Bioterrorism
Lecture - 3 credits
ND
EI
IC
FQ
SI
AD
DD
ER
WF
WD
WI
EX
CE
- Examines the probable weapons of biowarfare—including biological, chemical, and nuclear weapons— from several perspectives.
- Offers fundamental information on the biology and mechanism of action of the most important potential agents of terror and an introduction to the role of government.
- Topics include biological impact, detection and recognition, epidemiology, and treatment.
- Evaluates potential dangers and effectiveness and investigates strategies for defense against attacks by such weapons.
- Discusses the bioethical challenges of anti-bioterror research.
- Also offers students an opportunity to develop skills in scientific literacy and writing.
Examines the probable weapons of biowarfare—including biological, chemical, and nuclear weapons— from several perspectives. Show more.