2019-2020 Academic Bulletin 
    
    Dec 04, 2024  
2019-2020 Academic Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

BIO 375 - Medical Entomology


Credits: 4
A study of insects and other arthropods and their impact on human health. We examine insect vectors of human diseases and of diseases of domesticated animals; symptoms of diseases and changes in physiology that occur as the diseases progress; direct effects of insects, such as dermatitis, allergic reactions, and effects of venoms introduced into our bodies; and the treatment and prevention of such health concerns. Meets weekly for three fifty-minute periods and one discussion period.

Prerequisite: BIO 220 .

Distribution Requirements: SP.