Emerging Viruses -
And the Future of the Human Race

Course No. SCIX 911
# of Credits: 3 Semester Hours of Credit*
Cost: $95 per credit with all materials
Enroll anytime. One year to complete.

Viruses that have remained unknown for hundreds of thousands of years suddenly burst upon the scene and there is no defense against them, such as the Ebola virus. This course investigates the mysterious world of viruses and the threats they pose as humans continue to invade heretofore untouched areas of the Earth such as the rainforests and the deepest caves on the planet where explorers encounter a strange microscopic world.

Some related courses:
BLACK HOLES (And Things that Go Bump...)
CREATION OF THE UNIVERSE
THE FRAGILE PACIFIC

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*CREDIT: Semester hours of non-degree Professional Development Credit is offered through LMU. Students meeting course syllabus requirements earn a grade on their transcript of CR (credit). Students not meeting requirements earn a grade of NC (no credit). Professional Development Credit is not applicable toward any undergraduate or graduate degree at Loyola Marymount University. Courses are designed for student with baccalaureate degrees and appropriate teaching credentials. Course credit may be used for some professional advancement requirements, such as salary movement and recertification credits. Check with your school district regarding course eligibility for credit under standard requirements for independent study, as tuition is non-refundable.