BIOL 135 - ParasitologySemester Hours: 4
Periodically
The biology and life cycles of parasites are explored, with emphasis on host/parasite interactions and evolution of parasitism. Principles of transmission, diagnosis, treatment and prevention are examined in parasites of medical, veterinary and economic importance. In the laboratory, students learn techniques to isolate, identify, and investigate representative species. Students are required to prepare individual or group-based oral presentations, using appropriate computer-based technologies.(3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.)
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
BIO 011 or BIOL 113 ; BIO 012 or BIOL 112 ; BIO 015 or one Laboratory Skills course (BIOL 126 , 127 , 128 , or 129 ); or BIO 013 and 014, or one additional required course (BIOL 120, 121, 122, 123 , or 124 ); or permission of instructor. Fulfills one of the two upper-level lab courses required for a biology major. Lab fee additional.
Credit for BIOL 135 or BIO 150. (Formerly BIO 150.)
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