Biology 255 /255L - Vertebrate Zoology

Institution:

Colgate University

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Description:

T. McCay This course has an evolutionary theme and investigates the diversity of vertebrate animal life. Emphasis is on evolutionary origins and phylogenetic relationships, basic structure and function at the organismal level, development and reproduction, behavior, zoogeography, and interrelationships with the environment. The major vertebrate animal groups are studied, including local species. Each student is required to conduct an independent field research project. The credit-bearing laboratory BIOL 255L must be taken concurrently with BIOL 255. Prerequisite: BIOL 211 or permission of instructor.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.colgate.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 228-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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