2022-2023 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]
Biological Sciences
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James MacKenzie, Chair
392 Shineman Center
315-312-3031
www.oswego.edu/biology
Directory of Professors
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
Biological principles and their application to living organisms.
Note: Laboratory work required. Not open to majors, minors, or concentrates in the biological sciences.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 4 -
BIO 110 - Biology Seminar
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.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 1 -
BIO 120 - Molecular and Cellular Foundations
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.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 4 -
BIO 200 - Human Impacts on the Environment
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.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 203 - Human Biology
A study of the biology of human beings and their relationships in the natural world.
Note: Not open to zoology or biology majors.
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credit: 3 -
BIO 207 - Understanding Evolution
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.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 211 - Human Genetics
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.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 220 - Diversity of Life
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.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 3 -
BIO 296 - Directed Research
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.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 1 to 3 -
BIO 301 - Topics in Modern Biology
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.
When Offered: Spring
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BIO 303 - Conservation and Ethical Treatment of Nonhuman Primates
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
When Offered: Spring
Credit: 3 -
BIO 304 - Insects and People
An exploration of the relationships of insects with humans, emphasizing their biological, historical, economic, medical, and artistic importance.
Prerequisite: BIO 120; or instructor permission.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 309 - Cellular Physiology
Biochemical and biophysical dynamics of life at the cellular level.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 OR 213, and CHE 230 OR 331, or instructor permission.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 3 -
BIO 310 - Microbiology
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.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 4 -
BIO 311 - Ecology of Host-Microbial Interactions
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
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 315 - Genetics
Genetic mechanisms and their implications in heredity, development, and evolution.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 OR 213, or instructor permission.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 3 -
BIO 316 - Laboratory in Genetics
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.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 1 -
BIO 318 - Biotechnology
An introduction to technologies used in the fields of genetic engineering, forensics, agriculture, bioremediation, and medicine. The course will provide fundamental knowledge of emerging biotechnological applications and advances. Molecular and cellular biology concepts used in biotechnology will also be emphasized in lecture.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 or instructor permission.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 320 - Introductory Ecology
An overview of the interactive abiotic and biotic factors that affect the abundance and distribution of organisms in populations, communities, and ecosystems. Processes such as population growth, competition, predation, succession, and human impacts will be emphasized in lecture, laboratory, and the field.
Prerequisite: BIO 120, BIO 220 and MAT 158 OR 179, or instructor permission.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 3 -
BIO 322 - Microscopy and Imaging Techniques
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.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 323 - Geographic Information Systems in Ecology and Conservation
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.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 4 -
BIO 324 - Population Biology
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 220 and BIO 315; or instructor permission.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 327 - Sexual Diversity and Evolution
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 220; or instructor permission.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 340 - The Plant Kingdom
Survey of plant kingdom, emphasizing evolutionary relationships.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 OR 213, or instructor permission.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 3 -
BIO 341 - Plants and Society
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.
When Offered: Summer
Credit: 3 -
BIO 357 - Plant Systematics
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.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 358 - Plant Ecology
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.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 363 - Great Lakes Environmental Issues
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
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 3 -
BIO 370 - The Animal Kingdom
Comparative study of the morphology, physiology and ecology of invertebrates and vertebrates.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 OR 213, or instructor permission.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 4 -
BIO 381 - Immunology
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
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 390 - Climate Change Ecology
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
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 394 - International Study in Biology
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.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
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BIO 396 - Teaching Assistant in the Biological Sciences
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.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIO 399 - Independent Study
Investigations by students into specific areas of the biological sciences.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission and satisfactory grade point average.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 1 to 6 -
BIO 400 - Ecosystems and Society
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.
When Offered: Spring
Credit: 3 -
BIO 420 - Wetland Ecology
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.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 4 -
BIO 421 - Winter Ecology
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
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: Lecture 3 credits, laboratory 0 credit -
BIO 425 - Evolution
A capstone seminar course on the principles, mechanisms and processes of evolution via natural selection.
Prerequisite: Twelve hours of biological sciences including BIO 220 and 315, or instructor permission.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 3 -
BIO 439 - Molecular Biology
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.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 450 - Molecular Medicine
This course focuses on the molecular and cellular basis of human disease and therapeutics. Diseases of specific organ systems will be studied as well as disease models such as cancer, diabetes, infectious disease, and congenital malformations.
Prerequisite: Twelve hours in the Biological Sciences. Must include BIO 315 and at least one of the following: BIO 305, BIO 306, BIO 309, BIO 439, ZOO 360, CHE 461.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 451 - Human Pathophysiology
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.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 453 - Pharmacology
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
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 457 - Introduction to Bioinformatics
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.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 460 - Conservation Biology
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.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
BIO 474 - Parasitology
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 including BIO 220; or instructor permission
When Offered: Spring
Credit: 4 -
BIO 492 - Research
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.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
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BIO 497 - Senior Honors Thesis
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.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 3 -
BIO 498 - Internship in Biology
A supervised field placement intended to give students training and experience in biology which could not be obtained at the Oswego campus.
Note: Variable credit 1-12, may be repeated for a total of 15 credits.
Prerequisite: Upper division standing, a minimum 2.5 GPA, Department and instructor permission required.
Acceptance of experience through EXCEL: Experiential Courses and Engaged Learning, an approved position description filled out by Site Supervisor and permission of the student’s major academic advisor and sponsoring faculty member. Clear learning objectives and academic assignments appropriate for the position and credits being earned.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 1-12 -
BIO 499 - Independent Study
Investigations by students into specific areas of the biological sciences.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Credit: 1 to 6
Zoology
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BIO 305 - Human Anatomy & Physiology I
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 instructor permission.
Equivalent Course: ZOO 305
When Offered: Fall
Credit: 4 -
BIO 306 - Human Anatomy & Physiology II
Structure and functions of the human organism, including cells, tissues, organs, and skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems and the special senses.
Prerequisite: BIO 305 or instructor permission.
Equivalent Course: ZOO 306
When Offered: Spring
Credit: 4 -
ZOO 312 - Captive Wildlife Management
An introduction to managing wildlife in captive settings. Discussion topics may include housing and husbandry, behavior, small population management, animal welfare, legislation, and the role of captive wildlife management in conservation, research, recreation, and education.
Prerequisite: BIO 220 or instructor permission.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
ZOO 325 - Animal Behavior
This course will teach students how to use the tools of evolutionary biology to make sense of how and why animals do the things they do.
Prerequisite: BIO 220 or instructor permission.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 4 -
ZOO 330 - Invertebrate Zoology
Systematics, morphology, physiology and natural history of invertebrates.
Prerequisite: BIO 120 OR 213, or instructor permission.
When Offered: Spring
Credit: 4 -
ZOO 340 - Vertebrate Zoology
Structure, function, systematics, and natural history of vertebrates.
Prerequisite: BIO 220; or instructor permission.
When Offered: Fall
Credit: 4 -
ZOO 360 - Animal Physiology
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.
When Offered: Fall
Credit: 4 -
ZOO 370 - Comparative Anatomy
Anatomy of representative fish, amphibia, and mammals and their evolutionary development.
Prerequisite: BIO 220; or instructor permission.
When Offered: Spring
Credit: 4 -
ZOO 373 - Animal Development
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
When Offered: Fall
Credit: 4 -
ZOO 374 - Field Ornithology
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.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
ZOO 375 - Entomology
Systematics, morphology, physiology, and natural history of insects.
Prerequisite: BIO 120.
When Offered: Fall
Credit: 3 -
ZOO 376 - Ornithology (Biology of Birds)
Study of the ecology, behavior, taxonomy, populations, and breeding biology of birds in the central New York region. Lecture-laboratory field trips.
Prerequisite: BIO 220; or instructor permission.
When Offered: Spring
Credit: 3 -
ZOO 378 - Aquatic Entomology
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.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
ZOO 384 - Mammalogy
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.
When Offered: Fall
Credit: 4 -
ZOO 387 - Herpetology
The course surveys the anatomy, ecology, evolutionary history, systematics, diversity, and conservation of non-avian reptiles and amphibians.
Prerequisite: BIO 220; or instructor permission
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
ZOO 389 - Animal Ecology
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.
When Offered: Spring
Credit: 4 -
ZOO 390 - Wildlife Techniques
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
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
ZOO 399 - Independent Study
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.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 1 to 3 -
ZOO 405 - Limnology
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.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 3 -
ZOO 440 - Ichthyology (Biology of Fishes)
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 including BIO 220; or instructor permission.
When Offered: Fall
Credit: 3 -
ZOO 451 - Human Osteology
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 BIO 305, or ZOO 340, or ZOO 370; or instructor permission.
Equivalent Course: ANT 451
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 4 -
ZOO 498 - Internship in Zoology
This course is designed for students who wish to participate in a specific internship related to the field of zoology.
Note: A maximum of six credit hours of the internship can be applied toward the major. Variable credit 1 to 12, repeatable for a total of 12 credits.
Prerequisite: Upper division standing, a minimum 2.5 GPA, and instructor and department permission.
Acceptance of experience through EXCEL: Experiential Courses and Engaged Learning, an approved position description filled out by Site Supervisor and permission of the student’s major academic advisor and sponsoring faculty member. Clear learning objectives and academic assignments appropriate for the position and credits being earned.
When Offered: Not on a regular basis
Credit: 1-12
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