PLPA 403
Viral and Bacterial Plant Path

Credit: 4 hours.


(PL PA 303) Current knowledge of the structural, physiological, genetic, and molecular characteristics of viruses and bacteria that cause disease in plants. Emphasis on biological concepts of pathogenesis, mechanisms involved in the interactions of viruses and bacteria with plants, and responses of plants to these pathogens. Prerequisite: IB 103, MCB 100 and MCB 101, CPSC 352 or equivalent or consent of instructor; a course in biochemistry is recommended.