Histological preparation and identification of tissues. Emphasis on morphology and microstructure of human tissues. Focus of the laboratory is on tissue harvesting, fixation, embedding, staining, and mounting. Offered every other year. Taxonomy, morphology, life history, and economic importance of animal parasites.
Special attention is given to parasites of humans.
Diagnostic, clinical, preventative, and control measures stressed. Offered every other year. The course is designed to enable students to learn the techniques of original research. Offered every year. Survey of the invertebrate groups with emphasis on their taxonomy, morphology, physiology, distribution, and ecology.