The classification, evolution, natural history, and distribution of freshwater fishes. Field trips required. Travel fee required. Basic survey of parasites primarily from the human pathogen perspective. Includes identification and pathogenisis of protozoan, nematode and cestode parasites.
Lab covers taxonomic identification of preserved and fresh clinical samples.
The microscopic structure of vertebrate tissues and cells, with consideration of their origin and their function in the adult body. Study of the biological, chemical, physical characteristics of the freshwater environment. Field trips required. Travel fee required. For undergraduate credit only.