2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]
Biological Sciences
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James MacKenzie, Chair
392 Shineman Center
315-312-3031
www.oswego.edu/biology
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The Department of Biological Sciences offers several degree programs in biology and zoology focusing on modern biology and science as process. From molecules to ecosystems, our department provides solid foundations and integrative approaches to learning. Our curriculum spans a variety of sub-disciplines that culminate in our research and evolution capstone courses.
In consultation with faculty advisors, students will be prepared to enter graduate programs, professional programs, and/or the workforce. Our course offerings and undergraduate research opportunities reflect diverse interests across biological disciplines. Faculty expertise includes molecular biology (physiology and genetics), evolutionary biology, ecology, conservation, developmental biology, and interdisciplinary topics within and across microbiology, botany, and zoology. Student interactions with our faculty are central to our curriculum. Working with faculty, students obtain experience with modern scientific equipment in the laboratory and in the field. Students learn data analysis and interpretation techniques to foster independent thinking. Our facilities for teaching and research include laboratories in the new Shineman Center, Rice Creek Field Station, the Molecular Biology and Biochemistry Center, a rooftop greenhouse, confocal and electron microscopes, an animal care suite, and various instrumentation shared with other science departments.
The Department of Biological Sciences offers an Honors Program in the major for exceptional students, and oversees the Martin V. Torok Memorial Award, the Norman J. and Elsie H. Gillette Award in Biology, and the Zoology Senior Award.
A biology certification in education program for grades 7-12 and a science concentration in biology for grades 1-6 are offered. See the Biological Sciences website for more information.
Major
Minor
Honor Requirements for Major
Biology
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BIO 101 - General Biology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Biological principles and their application to living organisms.
Note: Laboratory work required. Not open to majors, minors, or concentrates in the biological sciences.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credit: 4 -
BIO 110 - Biology Seminar
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
This offering serves to introduce the majors to the broad field of biological sciences through seminars and discussions focusing on current subject areas, approaches and techniques used by scientists to understand the living world.
Note: Specific content will vary depending on instructor.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 1 -
BIO 120 - Molecular and Cellular Foundations
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
This course covers the basic foundations of molecular and cellular biology, emphasizing biological unity, diversity, and evolution. The lecture and laboratory material provide basic knowledge of atomic, molecular and cellular structures and functions, metabolism, and development. Students will plan and carry out biological investigations as part of the laboratory experience.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 4 -
BIO 200 - Human Impacts on the Environment
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
An exploration of the relationship between humans and the global environment. Topics include the consequences of human population growth, problems associated with over exploitation of resources, and implications for energy, pollution, biodiversity, and the world’s ecosystems.
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 203 - Human Biology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
A study of the biology of human beings and their relationships in the natural world.
Note: Not open to zoology or biology majors.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credit: 3 -
BIO 207 - Understanding Evolution
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
An introduction to the principles, mechanisms, and processes of evolution via natural selection, and how the application of evolutionary ideas has shaped contemporary thinking about the history of life on earth.
Note: Not for major credit.
Offered: Spring
Credit: 3 -
BIO 211 - Human Genetics
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
An introductory course for non-science majors on the basic principles of human genetics. Emphasis is on the mechanisms of inheritance at the molecular, cellular and population levels. Human heredity will be introduced using concepts from both classical and modern genetics.
Note: Not for major credit.
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 220 - Diversity of Life
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
An introduction to the evolutionary mechanisms and ecological processes responsible for the diversity of life. The history of life will be traced through geologic time within the context of genetic variation, population structure, phylogenetic relationships, ecological interactions, and evolutionary processes.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 or instructor permission.
Offered: Fall and Spring
Credit: 3 -
BIO 296 - Directed Research
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
A laboratory- or field-based undergraduate directed research project. Students must find a faculty sponsor who will direct their project.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing, BIO 120, and instructor permission.
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 1 to 3 -
BIO 301 - Topics in Modern Biology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Examines a specific topic or area of interest in the biological sciences, including a review of recent literature.
Note: Can be repeated up to a maximum of 12 hours
Prerequisite: BIO 120 OR 213, or instructor permission.
Offered: Spring
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BIO 303 - Conservation and Ethical Treatment of Nonhuman Primates
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
This course examines the diversity of nonhuman primates, their behavior, and intelligence. Included are a survey of primate growth and development, behavioral ecology, cognitive abilities, and social structures as well as social, political and ecological issues involved in conservation and ethical treatment of primates in captivity and the wild.
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing and any one of the following: ANT 111, BIO 101, BIO 120, BIO 207, or instructor permission
Offered: Spring
Credit: 3 -
BIO 304 - Insects and People
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
An exploration of the relationships of insects with humans, emphasizing their biological, historical, economic, medical, and artistic importance.
Prerequisite: BIO 120; or instructor permission.
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 309 - Cellular Physiology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Biochemical and biophysical dynamics of life at the cellular level.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 OR 213, and CHE 230 OR 331, or instructor permission.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 3 -
BIO 310 - Microbiology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Lecture and laboratory course on the biology of microorganisms, including Archaea, Bacteria, Eukarya and viruses. The diversity of microorganisms will be examined in terms of cellular structures and functions, metabolism, genetics, ecology, and evolution. Positive and negative impacts of microorganisms on human health, biotechnology and the environment will be discussed.
Prerequisite: CHE 212 and BIO 120; or instructor permission.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 4 -
BIO 311 - Ecology of Host-Microbial Interactions
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
This course is an introduction to microbial ecology with a focus on interactions between microbes and their animal and plant hosts. Interactions will be examined from a range of viewpoints, including molecular biology, cell physiology, anatomy, developmental biology, behavioral biology, and ecology.
Prerequisite: BIO 120
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 315 - Genetics
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Genetic mechanisms and their implications in heredity, development, and evolution.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 OR 213, or instructor permission.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 3 -
BIO 316 - Laboratory in Genetics
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
A required companion laboratory course to accompany (or follow) BIO 315-Genetics. Includes laboratory and computer-based application of Mendelian (classical), Molecular and Population genetics. Exercises employ various model organisms (e.g. fruit fly, plants, bacteria, viruses, humans) and laboratory techniques for genetic study.
Note: Designed to demonstrate, complement and extend concepts described in BIO 315.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 OR 213, or instructor permission.
Offered: Fall
Credit: 1 -
BIO 320 - Introductory Ecology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Course content will characterize the physico-chemical environment and the limits it imposes upon organisms and describe the structure and functioning of populations, communities and ecosystems. Consideration will also be given to current ecological theories and their historical roots, drawing upon examples from the animal, plant and microbial realm. Landscape and human ecology will be explored.
Note: Course laboratory exercises will complement lecture material and include several field trips.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 OR 213 and MAT 158 OR 179, or instructor permission.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 3 -
BIO 322 - Microscopy and Imaging Techniques
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Exploration of methods for studying cells and tissues (histology) using different types of microscopes, including the principles of microscopy, preparation of live and fixed specimens, photography, image analysis, and production of figures.
Note: Lecture 3 credits, Lab 0 credit
Prerequisite: BIO 120 or instructor permission.
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 323 - Geographic Information Systems in Ecology and Conservation
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
An introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software and the concepts behind GIS analyses, with emphasis on the use of GIS analyses to answer biological questions on a landscape scale. Laboratory with field component is required.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 or instructor permission.
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 4 -
BIO 324 - Population Biology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Basic concepts of population genetics, population ecology, and behavioral ecology will illustrate how populations respond to the environment in an evolutionary context. Genetic variation and drift, natural selection, population growth models, population regulation, evolution of life histories and behavior will be examined across a diversity of lineages.
Prerequisite: BIO 315
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 325 - Behavioral Biology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
An introduction to the principles of behavior.
Prerequisite: BIO 220; or instructor permission.
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 4 -
BIO 327 - Sexual Diversity and Evolution
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
This course explores the diversity of sexual reproduction and mating systems in nature from an evolutionary perspective. Examples of the adaptive benefits, costs, and consequences of sexual reproduction will be examined in a variety of organisms, including animals, plants, and microbes.
Prerequisite: BIO 120
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 340 - The Plant Kingdom
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Survey of plant kingdom, emphasizing evolutionary relationships.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 OR 213, or instructor permission.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 3 -
BIO 341 - Plants and Society
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
An exploration of the manner in which plants have influenced the development of civilization. A study of poisonous, medicinal and wild and cultivated food plants with regard to their effect on society.
Prerequisite: Upper division standing or instructor permission.
Offered: Summer
Credit: 3 -
BIO 342 - Fungal Biology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
An introduction to filamentous eukaryotes, exploring the lifestyles, life cycles, and biology of the major fungal phyla and oomycetes. Concepts in fungal and oomycete cellular structure, genetics, chemistry, and ecology will be considered along with the impact of these organisms on human affairs.
Prerequisite: BIO 315
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 4 -
BIO 345 - Trees and Shrubs
The identification, natural history, and economic uses of native and cultivated trees and shrubs.
Prerequisite: BIO 120; or instructor permission.
Offered: Not on a regular basis.
Credit: 3 -
BIO 357 - Plant Systematics
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
The theoretical study of plant classification, its basis, procedures, and rules. Modern techniques of phylogenetic classification will be emphasized. Laboratory exercises utilize examples from the local flora to develop skill in the use of professional manuals for the identification of vascular plant species.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 OR 213, or instructor permission.
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 358 - Plant Ecology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
The study of plant communities and the factors that affect them. Introduction to species interactions, life history patterns and allocation of resources, the concepts of the community, biomes of North America, and ecological succession. Fieldwork will involve survey of ecological communities in Central New York and application of ecological methods in sampling one of these communities.
Note: BIO 320 is recommended.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 OR 213, or instructor permission.
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 363 - Great Lakes Environmental Issues
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
An interdisciplinary course focused on the interactions of biological, geological, hydrological, and environmental components of the Great Lakes ecosystems utilizing specific examples from south eastern Lake Ontario, its tributaries, and adjacent coastal plain. Environmental degradation and its impacts on society and culture will be examined.
Note: Course includes field trips, computer activities, and short writing assignments.
Prerequisite: Upper division standing or instructor permission.
Equivalent Course: ESC 363
Offered: Spring
Credit: 3 -
BIO 370 - The Animal Kingdom
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Comparative study of the morphology, physiology and ecology of invertebrates and vertebrates.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 OR 213, or instructor permission.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 4 -
BIO 381 - Immunology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
An introduction to the major components of the animal immune system and their function in health and disease. Topics including responses to infection, allergies, immune deficiency and autoimmune diseases will be explored through readings in primary literature, case studies, and discussion.
Prerequisite: BIO 315
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 390 - Climate Change Ecology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
An interdisciplinary examination of the influence of Earth’s climate on the abundance and distribution of organisms. Ecological and evolutionary impacts of climate change will be discussed across scales of interactions ranging from population dynamics to biogeochemical feedbacks. Consequences for ecosystem services provided to human societies also will be addressed.
Prerequisite: BIO 320 or BIO 358 or instructor permission
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 394 - International Study in Biology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Examination of a special topic within the biological sciences, including travel abroad to provide relevant hands-on experience on site in the field or lab. Additional expenses may be the responsibility of the student.
Note: Variable credit one to six with six maximum credits allowed.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 or BIO 220; or instructor permission.
Offered: Not on a regular basis.
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BIO 396 - Teaching Assistant in the Biological Sciences
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
An experience in the classroom or teaching laboratories under the guidance of one of the Biological Sciences faculty. Student experiences are varied and may include preparing materials for the lab, demonstrating procedures, techniques, etc. to students. Teaching Assistants attend all formal course activities and weekly preparation meetings and gain in-depth background on the subject material.
Note: Variable credit one to three, repeatable for a total of 3 credits.
Prerequisite: Minimum sophomore standing and instructor permission.
Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIO 399 - Independent Study
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Investigations by students into specific areas of the biological sciences.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission and satisfactory grade point average.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 1 to 6 -
BIO 400 - Ecosystems and Society
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
A seminar course on the interdisciplinary influences human society on the earth’s ecosystems. Human population, resource use, environmental degradation, conservation, and ecosystem services will be explored in the context of current events.
Prerequisite: Twelve credits in Biological Sciences and upper division standing; or instructor permission.
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 420 - Wetland Ecology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
An interdisciplinary overview of freshwater and marine wetland ecosystems. Distinguishing wetland features including hydrology, biogeochemistry, and vegetation as well as their ecological interactions will be synthesized. The diversity of wetland habitats, their management, and the importance of wetland ecosystem services will be emphasized in lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: Twelve hours of biological sciences including BIO 220; or instructor permission.
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 4 -
BIO 421 - Winter Ecology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
An overview of the adaptations of organisms to freezing conditions and snow cover. Lectures and field work emphasizes survival, distributions, and population dynamics of New York biota in winter.
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Prerequisite: Twelve hours of biological sciences or instructor permission
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: Lecture 3 credits, laboratory 0 credit -
BIO 425 - Evolution
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
A capstone seminar course on the principles, mechanisms and processes of evolution via natural selection.
Prerequisite: Twelve hours of biological sciences including BIO 315, or instructor permission.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 3 -
BIO 439 - Molecular Biology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
The structures and functions of nucleic acids and proteins, molecular mechanisms of gene expression, biotechnology, genomics, the molecular basis of some diseases, techniques and experimental approaches will be covered. The course relies on textbook readings and the analysis of primary literature (research articles, commentaries, and reviews) to understand the science and to consider the social ramifications of modern molecular biology.
Prerequisite: BIO 315 and either CHE 230 or CHE 331; or instructor permission.
Offered: Not on a regular basis.
Credit: 3 -
BIO 440 - Developmental Plant Biology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Principles of cellular, tissue, and organ development in seed plants with emphasis on gene expression, nuclear-cytoplasmic interactions, intercellular communications, cell division, cell and tissue differentiation and structure, organ and whole plant development, aging, and the molecular, hormonal, and environmental controls over development.
Prerequisite: Fifteen hours of biological sciences including BIO 315, or instructor permission.
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 451 - Human Pathophysiology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
This course concerns the dysfunction and disorder of human physiological process in children and adults. Material will focus on the continuum from normal physiology to pathogenesis of altered health conditions.
Prerequisite: Twelve hours of biological sciences including ZOO 306 or 360, or instructor permission.
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 453 - Pharmacology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
This course explores the basic principles of drug actions and their application to health sciences.
Prerequisite: Twelve hours of Biological Science, including ZOO 306 or ZOO 360; and CHE 360 or CHE 332
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 457 - Introduction to Bioinformatics
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
A projects-based introduction to biological databases, computational tools and techniques (including programming) applied to biological data; scripting languages and libraries.
Prerequisite: BIO 315 or CSC 241 or ISC 150, and upper-division status.
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 460 - Conservation Biology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
An overview of contemporary Conservation Biology. General principles and practices of Conservation Biology will be discussed with reference to assigned readings. This class will provide students with a sound basis for judgment on conservation issues.
Prerequisite: Twelve hours of biological sciences or instructor permission.
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 474 - Parasitology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
This is a lecture and laboratory course emphasizing the morphology, life history, ecology, evolution, and socioeconomic impacts of parasites.
Prerequisite: 12 hours of biological sciences or instructor permission
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 4 -
BIO 492 - Research
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Laboratory and/or field research in the biological sciences in selected topics with emphasis on recent investigations and experimental techniques aimed at acquainting students with methods of research, formulation of problems, experimental design, analysis of data, search of relevant literature, and preparation of scientific communications.
Note: Variable credit one to three, repeatable for a total of 15 credits.
Prerequisite: Twelve hours of biological sciences and instructor permission.
Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIO 497 - Senior Honors Thesis
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
A course designed for students who are participating in the Honors Program in Biological Sciences. Students will pursue, under advisement, a research topic which will challenge the individual’s ability and potential to perform an independent investigation.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 3 -
BIO 498 - Internship in Biology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
A supervised field placement intended to give students training and experience in biology which could not be obtained at the Oswego campus. Available for 0 to 12 credits.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Offered: Spring, Summer
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BIO 499 - Independent Study
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Investigations by students into specific areas of the biological sciences.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 1 to 6
Zoology
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ZOO 305 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Structure and functions of the human organism, including cells, tissues, organs, and skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems and the special senses.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 OR 203 OR 213, or instructor permission.
Offered: Fall, Summer
Credit: 4 -
ZOO 306 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Structure and functions of the human organism. Circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary, reproductive, and endocrine systems; fluid and electrolyte balance; acid-base balance.
Prerequisite: ZOO 305 or instructor permission.
Offered: Spring, Summer
Credit: 4 -
ZOO 330 - Invertebrate Zoology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Systematics, morphology, physiology and natural history of invertebrates.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 OR 213, or instructor permission.
Offered: Spring
Credit: 4 -
ZOO 340 - Vertebrate Zoology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Structure, function, systematics, and natural history of vertebrates.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 OR 213, or instructor permission.
Offered: Fall
Credit: 4 -
ZOO 360 - Animal Physiology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
A course that focuses on the fundamental principles of how animals carry out their daily life functions. The relationships between the molecular, chemical, physical, and evolutionary mechanisms that underlie the physiological mechanisms are stressed.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 OR 213 and CHE 111, or instructor permission.
Offered: Fall
Credit: 4 -
ZOO 370 - Comparative Anatomy
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Anatomy of representative fish, amphibia, and mammals and their evolutionary development.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 OR 213, or instructor permission.
Offered: Spring
Credit: 4 -
ZOO 373 - Animal Development
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
A lecture and laboratory course emphasizing the principles of development. Areas of focus include understanding molecular and cellular developmental mechanisms from fertilization of the egg to the formation of organs and organ systems.
Prerequisite: BIO 315 and BIO 316
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 4 -
ZOO 374 - Field Ornithology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Comprehensive field study of the taxonomy, ecology, and behavior of birds in northeastern ecosystems. Emphasis will be placed on field observation, identification, and census techniques.
Prerequisite: BIO 120; or instructor permission.
Offered: Not on a regular basis.
Credit: 3 -
ZOO 375 - Entomology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Systematics, morphology, physiology, and natural history of insects.
Prerequisite: BIO 120.
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
ZOO 376 - Ornithology (Biology of Birds)
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Study of the ecology, behavior, taxonomy, populations, and breeding biology of birds in the central New York region. Lecture-laboratory field trips.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 or instructor permission.
Offered: Spring
Credit: 3 -
ZOO 378 - Aquatic Entomology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Survey and identification of regional lake and stream insects with additional emphasis on life-history strategies and community ecology. Insect anatomy, physiology, ecology, importance in aquatic ecosystem functioning, and utility as biomonitors of environmental change will also be addressed in lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 OR 213, or instructor permission.
Offered: Spring
Credit: 3 -
ZOO 384 - Mammalogy
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
A systematic survey of the Class Mammalia emphasizing characteristics distinguishing the major groups; reviews of reproduction, physiology, and other aspects of mammalian biology; and reviews of recent research in mammalogy.
Prerequisite: BIO 220; or instructor permission.
Offered: Fall
Credit: 4 -
ZOO 387 - Herpetology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
The course surveys the anatomy, ecology, evolutionary history, systematics, diversity, and conservation of non-avian reptiles and amphibians.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 or instructor permission
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
ZOO 389 - Animal Ecology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
An overview of animal ecology including biodiversity, habitat selection, species interactions, current conservation topics, behavioral strategies, eco-evolutionary dynamics and modern field techniques. Laboratory with field component is required.
Prerequisite: BIO 220 or instructor permission.
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 4 -
ZOO 390 - Wildlife Techniques
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
An experiential introduction to contemporary field, laboratory, and computer techniques used in wildlife science, management, and conservation.
Note: Lecture 3 credit, Lab 0 credit.
Prerequisite: BIO 120
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
ZOO 399 - Independent Study
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Student investigation into specific areas of zoology. Prerequisites: nine hours in biological sciences, permission of the department, and satisfactory fulfillment of College requirements for independent study courses.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Offered: Spring
Credit: 1 to 3 -
ZOO 405 - Limnology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
A study of the physical, chemical and geological factors that influence biological productivity of inland waters. Field trips are taken to nearby lakes and streams where students in teams measure various physical and chemical parameters and take biological samples. Laboratory analysis of these samples is undertaken throughout the semester so that the results of the various trips can be compared.
Prerequisite: Twelve hours of biological sciences, including BIO 320, or instructor permission.
Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
ZOO 440 - Ichthyology (Biology of Fishes)
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Morphology, physiology, behavior and ecology of freshwater and marine fishes. Laboratory includes study of morphological adaptations, practice in identification of local species, and field studies.
Prerequisite: Twelve hours of biological sciences; or instructor permission.
Offered: Fall
Credit: 3 -
ZOO 451 - Human Osteology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
Dead men do tell tales. In this course, students gain an in-depth knowledge of human skeletal anatomy (osteology), which is crucial for work in bioarchaeology, forensics, anatomy, medicine and more. Anthropometric methods will be demonstrated to estimate age-at-death, sex, stature, and ancestry and medico-legal and archaeological applications will be outlined.
Prerequisite: Upper division standing and ANT 280 or 354, or BIO 203, or ZOO 305, or ZOO 340, or ZOO 370; or instructor permission.
Equivalent Course: ANT 451
Offered: Not on a regular basis.
Credit: 4 -
ZOO 498 - Internship in Zoology
2017-2018 Catalog Year:
This course is designed for students who wish to participate in a specific internship related to the field of zoology. A maximum of six credit hours of the internship can be applied toward the major. Available for 0 to 12 credits.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Offered: Not on a regular basis
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