Parasitology

3 credits · Undergraduate

The course emphasizes the parasite-host relationships, evolution of the parasites and adaptations to the host, modifications of physiology, structure and life cycle for a parasitic existence. Since the most extensive research pertains to parasites of man, the emphasis is on human parasites. CALENDAR NOTES: Students who took a Biology 1000 level prerequisite prior to September 2013 and did not get a grade of C+ or higher should contact an advisor in the Biology Department preferably before registration begins. PREREQUISITES: A grade of C+ or higher in BIOL 1010 (or BIOL 1020.03 or BIOA 1002.03) and BIOL 1011.03 (or BIOL 1021.03 or BIOA 1003.03) or SCIE 1505.18 FORMATS: Lecture | Lab