2025-2026 Academic Catalog 
    
    Dec 05, 2025  
2025-2026 Academic Catalog

BIO 4240 - Disease Ecology and Evolution



Credit Hour(s): 3

Course Description: The class will cover topics in mathematical theory on host-pathogen interactions; empirical studies of human, wildlife, insect and plant host interactions; emerging infectious diseases; effects on host behavior; host-parasite co-evolution; multi-host and multi-pathogen systems; and anthropogenic effects on disease. The broader goal of the class is to provide a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of the causes and consequences of infectious diseases at levels from individual organisms to the globe. Integrated Writing course.

Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate level BIO 2310 Minimum Grade of C

Course Level: Undergraduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
Course Attribute(s): Integrated Writing
Grade Mode: Standard