Marine Parasitology

3 credits · Undergraduate

The course is divided into two modules: foundational and practical knowledge. Under foundational knowledge, we will cover 1. Foundations of marine parasitology (introduction and host-parasite relationships), 2. Parasite ecology and evolution (ecological roles, transmission and dispersal), and 3. Parasitic groups and host interactions (diversity of parasites, taxonomy). Under practical knowledge, we will cover 4. Parasitic impacts and host responses (effect of parasitism, aquaculture and fisheries impact, climate change) and 5. Applied marine parasitology (conservation, bioindicators, emerging diseases). CALENDAR NOTES: Cross-listed with MARI 3330, available to be delivered online upon request. PREREQUISITES: BIOL 2003 and, EITHER BIOL 2040 or BIOL 2060. (BIOL 3322 is recommended but not required.) CROSSLISTED: MARI 3330 FORMATS: Lecture | Lab | Seminar | Discussion | Online Delivery