Marine Parasitology (PARA3001)
Course level
Undergraduate
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Class hours
3L+field trip
Recommended prerequisite
PARA2007 or ZOOL2028
Recommended companion
PARA3002
Assessment methods
Assignments; theory & practical examinations
Course enquiries
Assoc. Prof. Tom Cribb
Study Abroad
This course is pre-approved for Study Abroad and Exchange students.
This course is not currently offered, please contact the school or faculty of your program.
Course description
NOT AVAILABLE AFTER 2009. Biology, ecology, identification, life-cycles & classification of marine parasitic protozoa, helminths & crustaceans. Importance of parasites in fisheries & aquaculture. Taught partially intensively in 2 weeks immediately before Sem 1 starts & then in first half of semester. 1 week at Heron Island Research Station. Extra fee.