01:146:329 Human Parasitology Lab (Spring)

Prerequisites 

Prerequisite: 01:119:117/Pre- or Corequisite: Human Parasitology 01:146:328

Course Description 

Human Parasitology Lab covers the biology, morphology, pathogenesis, and treatment of major human parasite diseases.

Topics include:

• Host-Parasite Interactions
• The Pathogenic Amoebae
• Ciliates
• Flagellates
• African Trypanosomes
• American Trypanosomes
• Leishmania
• Toxoplasma
• Malaria
• Arthropod-borne Diseases
• Visceral Trematodes
• Schistosomes
• Cestodes
• Nematodes

Course satisfies Departmental Learning Goals 

1. Master factual and conceptual knowledge in cell biology and neuroscience that will provide a solid foundation for success in advanced training and professional careers.
2. Develop an ability to summarize, integrate and organize information.
3. Use scientific reasoning to evaluate the potential for current research and new discoveries to improve our understanding of cell biology and neuroscience and its relevance to human health and to our society.

Exams, Assignments, and Grading Policy

Two laboratory exams, based on slide identification.

Homework and quizzes.

Course Materials 

Required Laboratory Manual

Course Closed?

If this course is closed, please use the following link to add your name to the wait list: Wait List Sign Up .  If you have any questions, please contact the Division of Life Sciences - Office of Undergraduate Instruction at 848-445-2075 or visit our office at Nelson Biological Laboratories B112, Busch Campus.

Faculty 

Dr. Dunne Fong
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** All information is subject to change at the discretion of the course coordinator.