Arthropods & Human Health (BIOL3009)
Information valid for Semester 1, 2021
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
Schools
Biological Sciences School, Chemistry & Molec Biosciences
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Delivery mode
External
Class hours
3 Lecture hours
3 Practical or Laboratory hours
Assessment methods
Practical project; mid & end semester examinations
Course enquiries
Study Abroad
This course is pre-approved for Study Abroad and Exchange students.
Current course offerings
Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Course Profile |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
Course description
Many insects & arachnids either directly cause medical problems or vector pathogens. Integrates vector biology, principles of monitoring & control, epidemiology, & microbial ecology. Provides a foundation for understanding how resistance, changes in global climate, habitat modifications & expanding populations affect arthropod-borne diseases.