MMBIO 418
Medical Parasitology
Microbiology and Molecular Biology
College of Life Sciences
Course Description
Pathogenesis, diagnosis, and epidemiology of human parasitic diseases.
When Taught
Fall
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
2
Fixed
2
Fixed
2
Fixed
0
Title
Experimental Design
Learning Outcome
Be able to design experiments, with appropriate controls, to test various hypotheses in parasitology.*Relates to Program Learning Outcome: Devise experiments with appropriate hypotheses and controls.
Title
Parasites and Pathogenesis
Learning Outcome
Gain familiarity with the medically important parasites. This includes understanding parasite host range as well as pathology and mechanisms of pathogenesis.*Relates to Program Learning Outcome: Exhibit mastery of medical microbiology
Title
Critical Reading and Analysis
Learning Outcome
Read and critically interpret current scientific literature in the field of parasitology.*Relates to Program Learning Outcome: Devise experiments with appropriate hypotheses and controls.
Title
Alleviating Suffering
Learning Outcome
Students should gain an understanding of their role and responsibility in alleviating suffering caused by parasitic diseases.*Relates to Program Learning Outcome: Reflect/discuss/explore how faith in the Lord and Christ-like living are affected by an understanding of fundamental biological principles.
