Wildlife Health and Disease Ecology

3 credits · Graduate Programs

Ecological, epidemiological, and evolutionary principles needed to understand the determinants of health and diseases on wildlife populations, and their link to global changes, agriculture, public health, and conservation. Fundamental concepts in epidemiology and disease ecology will be presented as well as contemporary emerging issues in disease ecology. Using `case studies', lectures, discussions, examples, and activities, material will cover the etiology, pathology, and impact of a wide variety of wildlife diseases. The course will also cover the principles underlying a shift from disease-centered to health-centered approaches, and concepts of wildlife health ecology and management will be explored. Notes: This course is suitable for any graduate student with an undergraduate degree in biology or veterinary sciences. Also known as: (formerly Veterinary Medicine 690.44 Wildlife Health and Disease Ecology)