Aug 06, 2026  
2026-2027 College Catalog 
    
2026-2027 College Catalog

MLT 230 - Parasitology and Mycology


3 Credit Hour(s)
3 Lecture Hour(s)
0 Lab Hours(s)
Prerequisite(s): MLT 223   and MLT 228  
This course offers an in-depth exploration of parasitology and mycology, focusing on the biology, epidemiology, and clinical significance of parasitic and fungal organisms that impact human health. In the parasitology section, students will study the classification, life cycles, modes of transmission, and pathogenesis of major human parasites. The mycology section will cover medically significant fungi, emphasizing fungal taxonomy, morphology, and the mechanisms by which fungi cause disease in humans.