Microbiology 590S - Parasitology

Spring
2015
01
3.00
Michele Klingbeil;Yasu Morita
M W F 9:05AM 9:55AM
UMass Amherst
18487
This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of both classical and modern parasitology, concentrating on protozoan and worm parasites of major medical/veterinary importance. Topics covered will include basic principles of parasitology, life cycles, epidemiology, host-parasite interactions, drug treatments and vector control programs, along with information on the basic biology, biochemistry and genetics of selected parasites.
Prerequisites: BIOCHEM 285, MICROBIO 310.
PreReq:MICRBIO310/BICHM275/285
Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.
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