What This Document Is
This is a course syllabus for Virology (CHEM 579) at Western Washington University, specifically for the Winter 2005 quarter. It outlines the expectations, grading criteria, and schedule for students enrolled in the course. This syllabus serves as a foundational guide to the virology curriculum, detailing how the course will be structured and assessed. It’s designed to provide a comprehensive overview for both undergraduate and graduate students (CHEM 425t/579) interested in the study of viruses.
Why This Document Matters
This syllabus is essential for anyone considering enrolling in or currently taking this Virology course. It clarifies the instructor’s contact information and availability, the required textbook, and the breakdown of how your final grade will be determined. Understanding the course policies and schedule *before* the quarter begins can help you prepare effectively and manage your time. Students enrolled in a related graduate-level course (Chem 597N) will find specific information regarding an additional term paper requirement.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This syllabus provides a high-level overview of the course. It does *not* contain the actual lecture content, specific details of assignments, or the answers to potential quiz questions. The lecture schedule is described as “tentative,” meaning it is subject to change. While it outlines the topics to be covered, it doesn’t delve into the specifics of viral mechanisms, pathogenesis, or immunological responses.
What This Document Provides
* Instructor contact information and office hours
* Required textbook details
* A breakdown of the grading components (quizzes, presentations, attendance, and potential term paper) and their respective point values
* A tentative lecture schedule outlining the topics covered each week
* Information regarding presentation requirements, including submission deadlines and expectations
* Specific requirements for students enrolled in a concurrent graduate-level course, including term paper length and deadlines.
* Dates for scheduled quizzes.