Learning Outcomes

What is a Virus

The Infectious Cycle

Genomes and Genetics

Virus Structure

Attachment and Entry

Lesson Summary

This module covers the basic aspects of virology, it consists of explainer videos that will discuss the following : Definition and identification of viruses, the infection cycle, genomes and genetics, virus structure and finally attachment and entry.

Basics of Virology - Course assessment

Learn more about viruses, their structure, viral genome as well as how viruses replicate and affect human health.

Basics of Virology

This free online basic virology course will help you understand the many types of viruses. You will learn about virus infection, virus replication, mutation and the affects they have on human health. Next, you will be learning about virus structure, viral genomes and genetics. By the end of this basic online virology course you will be able to understand how viruses attack and infect the human body.

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