PMO 567 Medical Entomology
This course provides students with an overview of the current status of arthropod-borne diseases in the world today. Lectures and discussions will cover the biology and ecology of major groups of arthropod vectors, epidemiology of vector-borne diseases, arthropod-borne disease surveillance techniques and control measures. Laboratory sessions will acquaint students with the basic techniques used in medical entomology, including field collection methods, specimen preparation, preservation and storage, use of taxonomic resources for specimen identification and implementation of simple surveillance and control measures to reduce disease transmission.
Prerequisite
Concurrence of Course Director