701-1471-00L  Ecological Parasitology

Courses

Number	Title	Hours		Lecturers
701-1471-00 V	Ecological Parasitology Does not take place this semester.	14s hrs		F. Feijen, J. Jokela, C. Vorburger
701-1471-00 P	Ecological Parasitology Does not take place this semester.	12s hrs		J. Jokela, C. Vorburger

Catalogue data

Abstract	The course will not take place fall semester 2024. Course focuses on the ecology and evolution of macroparasites and their hosts. Through lectures and practical work, students learn about diversity and natural history of parasites, adaptations of parasites, ecology of host-parasite interactions, applied parasitology, and human macroparasites in the modern world.
Learning objective	1. Identify common macroparasites in invertebrates. 2. Understand ecological and evolutionary processes in host-parasite interactions. 3. Conduct parasitological research
Content	Lectures: 1. Diversity and natural history of parasites (i.e. systematic groups and life-cycles). 2. Adaptations of parasites (e.g. evolution of life-cycles, host manipulation). 3. Ecology of host-parasite interactions (e.g. parasite communities, effects of environmental changes). 4. Ecology and evolution of parasitoids and their applications in biocontrol 5. Human macroparasites (schistosomiasis, malaria). Practical exercises: 1. Examination of parasites in molluscs (identification and examination of host exploitation strategies). 2. Examination of parasites in amphipods (identification and examination of effects on hosts). 3. Examination of parasitoids of aphids.
Prerequisites / Notice	The three practicals will take place at the 03.10.2023, the 17.10.2023 and the 07.11.2023 at Eawag Dübendorf from 08:15 - 12:00. Note that each practical takes 2 hours longer than the weekly lecture.
Competencies	Subject-specific Competencies Concepts and Theories assessed Techniques and Technologies assessed Method-specific Competencies Analytical Competencies assessed Decision-making assessed Media and Digital Technologies assessed Problem-solving assessed Project Management assessed Social Competencies Communication assessed Cooperation and Teamwork assessed Leadership and Responsibility fostered Self-presentation and Social Influence fostered Sensitivity to Diversity fostered Negotiation fostered Personal Competencies Adaptability and Flexibility fostered Creative Thinking assessed Critical Thinking assessed Integrity and Work Ethics fostered Self-awareness and Self-reflection fostered Self-direction and Self-management assessed

Performance assessment

Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again)
Performance assessment as a semester course
ECTS credits	3 credits
Examiners	F. Feijen, J. Jokela, C. Vorburger
Type	end-of-semester examination
Language of examination	English
Repetition	A repetition date will be offered in the first two weeks of the semester immediately consecutive.
Mode of examination	written 60 minutes
Additional information on mode of examination	One fourth of the grade is based on the quality of the compulsory poster prepared using the data from the practicals
Written aids	None

Learning materials

Groups

Restrictions

General	: Special students and auditors need a special permission from the lecturers
Places	20 at the most
Waiting list	until 27.09.2024

Offered in

Programme	Section	Type
Biology Master	Elective Compulsory Master Courses	W
Health Sciences and Technology Master	Module: Infectious Diseases	W
Food Science and Nutrition Master	Module Infectious Diseases	W
Environmental Sciences Master	Advanced Concept Classes	W
Environmental Sciences Master	Infectious Diseases	W