Parasitology

Catalog description

Parasitology is a course designed for biology majors. It focuses on understanding parasites and their role in infectious diseases. Major topics in this course include the classification and diversity of parasites, the evolution of parasites, parasite life cycles, epidemiology, ecology, pathology, and host/parasite interactions. The laboratory is required and integral in introducing students to parasite morphology, life cycle stages, pathogenesis, and treatment. BIOL 4901-2 Special Topics in Biology (1-2 cr.) This course is designed further to enhance knowledge on certain topics within a specialized area. It is intended for students who want to progress their expertise beyond the regular course curriculum during their junior or senior year. Students may enroll in this course for up to nine (9) credit hours.