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4.00 Credits
A comparative study of the major invertebrate groups from anatomical, physiological, and ecological perspectives with attention to insects and parasitic invertebrates. Includes 3 lab hrs. Prerequisites: BIO113D; BIO114D.
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4.00 Credits
Travel from base in Quito throughout Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands, surveying the land, climate, plants, animals, homes, transportation, and industries, noting especially the impact of human culture, presence, and activities. Sites include the Amazon rainforest, Andean cloud forests, volcanic mountains, highlands, towns, cities, and the Galápagos Islands. Prerequisites: Laboratory Science (D) course; Mathematics (M) course. (Carries cross-credit in environmental studies.)
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4.00 Credits
Biological and physical aspects of natural, fresh-water ecosystems, including fish and other aquatic animals, aquatic plants, algae, and their interrelationships with each other and the unique aqueous environment in which they live. Laboratory examines Lake Valentine and other aquatic ecosystems near campus. Includes 3 lab hrs. Prerequisites: BIO112D; BIO113D; BIO114D.
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4.00 Credits
Behavior from primitive invertebrates to advanced mammals, highlighting trends in behavior systems. Natural setting studies in the ethology tradition, comparative psychology studies, and biosociological principles with their implications for human social systems. Includes 3 lab hrs. Prerequisite: One course in biology or PSY100. (Carries cross-credit in psychology.)
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4.00 Credits
The molecular organization and function of cells and their organelles. Understanding how cell biology information is obtained experimentally. Laboratory consists of research projects that utilize a variety of modern cell biology techniques and equipment. Includes 3 lab hrs. Prerequisites: Two courses in biology, including BIO112D; two courses in chemistry (organic recommended).
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4.00 Credits
Nervous system of animals and humans. Includes comparative anatomy and physiology of humans with other vertebrates and invertebrates, as well as interactions of sensory, motor, and integrative mechanisms of nervous system control. Includes 2 lab hrs. Prerequisite: BIO101, BIO103D, or BIO112D; BIO113D recommended.
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4.00 Credits
A study of the processes of development and underlying mechanisms. Topics include gamete formation, fertilization, cell division, morphogenesis, and differentiation. Emphasis is given to experimental analysis of the molecular, biochemical, genetic, and physiological controls and interactions. Includes 3 lab hrs. Prerequisites: Two courses in biology, including BIO112D; two courses in chemistry. BIO312 recommended.
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4.00 Credits
An integrated, systematic approach to embryology and comparative anatomy. Microscopic examination of representative vertebrate embryos and dissection of representative vertebrate types. Includes 3 lab hrs. Prerequisites: Two courses in biology, including BIO113D.
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4.00 Credits
Identification and distribution of flowering plants, including field work, keying, and laboratory preservation. Biogeography and factors important in plant distribution. Includes 3 lab hrs. Prerequisite: One course in Biology or consent of instructor.
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4.00 Credits
Function of animal nerves, muscles, hormones, circulation, respiration, excretion, digestion, and the ways these systems interact in processes of feeding, energetics, osmoregulation, metabolism, locomotion, biomechanics, and temperature regulation necessary for organismal survival. Laboratory consists of research projects examining current physiological questions and techniques. Includes 3 lab hrs. Prerequisites: BIO112D; BIO113D; BIO114D; CHE111D; CHE212.
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