ENTO 4330 - Medical and Veterinary Entomology

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California State University-Stanislaus

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(4 Units) Natural history and taxonomy of arthropods of medical (including forensic) and veterinary importance in temperate, tropical, and subtropical regions of the world with emphasis on the role arthropods play as vectors and transmitters of disease. The laboratory involves techniques of collection and taxonomic identification, dissections, and field experiments on carrion-arthropod succession to demonstrate the utility of arthropods in medicolegal investigations. Satisfies the departmental diversity requirement. This course is acceptable for section 1.c requirement for the major. (Formerly ENTO 3330) Prerequisites: BOTY 1050 and ZOOL 1050 or equivalents. (Lecture, 3 hours; laboratory, 3 hours; field trips and experiments) (Fall)

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4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.csustan.edu

Phone Number:

(209) 667-3122

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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