BIO 170 - General Zoology

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University of Maine at Farmington

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Description:

Introduction to biology and science as process through the study of animals. General Zoology surveys comparative physiology, anatomy, morphology, behavior, and ecology of animal taxa to provide an introduction to the principles, skills, and applications of biology to majors in biology, environmental science, and science education. The course emphasizes the diversity and evolutionary adaptations of animal groups, general principles in biology, application of biological principles to environmental problems, the process of science, and science skills. Labs include actual research projects (including data analysis and report writing), lab experiments, examinations of animal anatomy, morphology, and behavior, and skills workshops. Prerequisite(s): Science majors, Science Education majors, or permission of instructor. Every year. Credit: 4

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.umf.maine.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 778-7000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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