ENTOM 2100 - Plagues and People

(crosslisted)
(also BSOC 2101)

Fall. 2-3 credits, variable.

Offered alternate years. Students taking course for 3 credits participate in weekly readings and presentations/discussions (Fri.), quizzes, and comprehensive final projects. If taken for 3 credits, will count toward supplementary science distribution in Arts and Sciences.

L. C. Harrington.

Human diseases transmitted by insects and related forms (arthropods) have affected human lives and society through history. This coure focuses on the pathogens, parasites, and arthropods causing human plagues. Those plagues that have had the greatest impact on human culture and expression are emphasizes. Lectures are supplemented with readings and films. Also addresses emerging diseases, bioterrorism, and future plagues. Students taking the course for 3 credits participate in readings, presentations/discussions each week (on Fridays), weekly readings, and quizzes and have a comprehensive final project. This course is also designated as a University Course. Please visit blogs.cornell.edu/universitycourses/ for further information.