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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
We will use neurophysiology and neuroanatomy to understand the links between molecules, cells, systems, and ultimately behavior. The course will start with an exploration of neurons and signaling within and among cells. We will then examine some sensory and motor systems. The last portion of the course will examine the whole animal in a neurophysiological context. The classroom portion of the course consists of lectures, discussion of the text and of research articles, problem sets, analysis of case studies, and other activities. The laboratory component will involve a mixture of behavioral, anatomical, and physiological studies on vertebrate and invertebrate animals, electronic modeling of nerve circuits, and computer simulations of nerve activity. This will culminate in a class project (topic TBA) that will investigate some question in sensory biology from multiple perspectives. The labs are designed to introduce students to some fundamental neurophysiological techniques and to a variety of study organisms, and to strengthen experimental design and analysis skills. Prerequisite: Biology core or consent.(4 credits)
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4.00 Credits
Ornithology is the study of birds. We will be investigating their evolutionary origins, adaptations for form and function, ecology, and systematics. A strong field and laboratory component will focus on learning the characteristics of the major groups found in the United States. We will also use the primary literature to guide our inquiry into the basic biology and ecology of birds. Ornithology qualifies as a "diversity" course for the major. (Fall 2008) (4 Credits)
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
A research problem (library or laboratory) which provides the opportunity for the qualified student to extend his or her interest beyond the limits of particular course offerings. Does not count toward minimal departmental requirements. (1-4 credits)
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
A research problem (library or laboratory) which provides the opportunity for the qualified student to extend his or her interest beyond the limits of particular course offerings. Does not count toward minimal departmental requirements. (1-4 credits)
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
(1-4 credits)
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
(1-4 credits)
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3.00 Credits
Conservation Biology requires the broad use of biological disciplines such as ecology, physiology, genetics, and animal behavior, as well as appreciation of policy issues, to understand and manage biodiversity. In this course, students will learn how to apply these biological tools for the purpose of defining and maintaining biodiversity at many scales. We will also cover human impacts on biodiversity, as well as the link between science and policy in protection efforts. This course will emphasize critical reading of primary literature as well as gaining hands-on experiences with population modeling, and measuring and monitoring local biodiversity. Prerequisites: Biology core or consent. (Not offered 2008-2009(4 credits)
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3.00 Credits
In this course, we will examine 1) how populations and communities are structured, 2) how populations and communities change over time, and 3) how populations and communities are influenced by their environment or ecological context. An emphasis will be placed on using primary literature and on doing ecology in the field and lab. Prerequisite: Biology core or consent. This course satisfies the Oral Communication requirement. (Not offered 2008-2009) (4 Credits)
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3.00 Credits
This course builds on BIOL 202 and completes an in-depth survey of evolutionary theory with emphasis on processes that drive organismal change. We examine how molecular technology has impacted the study of evolutionary processes, and how new methods of analysis are changing the study of population genetics,phylogeny construction, adaptive radiation, etc. Reading of primary and secondary scientific literature is stressed. Through the course, emphasis is placed on integration of all biological disciplines under the paradigm of evolution. Prerequisite: Biology core.(4 credits)
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
A general category used only in the evaluation of transfer credit. (1-4 credits)
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