ZAS-120 Zoonotic Diseases

This course introduces students to common zoonotic diseases, modes of transmission, and disease prevention procedures used in zoos and aquaria. Topics include an overview of zoonotic disease characteristics and etiological agents, modes of transmission, principles of sanitation and disease prevention, morbidity, and mortality. Upon completion, students should be able to identify etiological agents and modes of transmission and implement prevention strategies for zoonotic diseases common in zoological parks/aquaria. Semester Offered: Spring

Class Hours: 2.00

Credit Hours: 2.00

Requisites:
Take BIO 111 (Required, Previous).