BIO 4601 - Animal Behavior-Ethology

Institution:

Appalachian State University

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Description:

Basic principles of animal behavior are approached from an evolutionary perspective. Topics such as instinct, learning, biological clocks, sociobiology, communication and physiological mechanisms of behavior are stressed. Laboratory emphasizes techniques of observing, recording, and analyzing behavior using a research project format. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours. (WRITING; SPEAKING; NUMERICAL DATA) (ND Prerequisite: passing the math placement test or successful completion of MAT 0010.) [Dual-listed with BIO 5601.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.appstate.edu/

Phone Number:

(828) 262-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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