A study of disease caused by microorganisms with emphasis on human pathogens. Both epidemiology and aspects of host-parasite relationships will be discussed. Lab stresses methods of isolation and identification of pathogens. Lab employs serological techniques. A comprehensive survey of the classes Amphibia and Reptilia, including their classification, structure, origin, evolution, phylogenetic relationships, distribution, and natural history.
Special emphasis is placed on the herpetofauna of Pennsylvania.
During the summer session, various field courses are offered through the Pymatuning Laboratory of Ecology. The offerings will vary depending on the summer. Some of the possible offerings include Experimental Design, Fish Ecology, Behavioral Ecology, Aquatic Botany, and Ecological Genetics. Information regarding specific offerings available from Biology Department in spring. In the laboratory the student will gain experience in the techniques involved in aquatic sampling and the analysis of data.