BIOM 427 - General Parasitology

4 Credit(s)

This lab intensive course will give students an understanding of the taxonomy, morphology, life cycles, and ecology of parasitic protozoa, helminths, and arthropods. Laboratory activities include the microscopic examination of preserved and collected specimens. The students will also prepare a formal presentation covering the life cycle, biology and disease of a parasite not covered in the lecture or laboratory portions of the class. Students will be assessed based on written exams, laboratory practical exams, and oral presentation. $35 Course Fee.

Prerequisite(s): Junior/Senior standing
fall/odd-numbered years