BIOL 4270 - Ichthyology

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

Biology

Description:

Fulfills a program elective for Biology majors. Covers the biology of fishes, including evolutionary history, functional morphology, physiological ecology, and biogeography, with an emphasis on Utah species. Successful completers will be able to identify various fishes, especially those found locally. Offered upon sufficient student need. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) After successfully completing this course, students will be able to: 1. Identify and classify the major classes and orders of fish, especially those found locally. 2, Label and identify external and internal morphology. 3. Describe basic fish physiology, behavior and ecology. 4. Describe methods of fish conservation. 5. Critically read and evaluate primary literature on ichthyological topics. 6. Write an effective review paper. 7. Design and implement scientifically sound experiments. 8. Analyze and interpret data and draw logical conclusions from that data. 9. Disseminate data and conclusions in scientifically appropriate manners. Prerequisite: BIOL 3040 and BIOL 3045 (Grade C or higher). Corequisite: BIOL 4275. FA (even)

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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