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3.00 Credits
This course examines the mechanisms and functions of behavior. Topics include the neural basis and organization of behavior, behavioral development, behavioral genetics, the causation of behavior, the evolution of behavior, behavioral ecology and sociobiology. Prereq: BIOL 110 and BIOL 210; or permission of the instructor; CL: PSYC 312; J. Templeton
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3.00 Credits
This course explores the characteristics and evolution of birds and examines many areas of biology such as systematics, behavior, ecology and conservation biology using avian examples. Labs introduce students to the diversity of birds through examination of specimens of birds from around the world as well as during field trips to view a cross-section of Illinois' avifauna. Prereq: BIOL 110 or permission of the instructor; CL: ENVS 314; J. Mountjoy
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the ecology, evolution, and systematics of higher plants. Emphasis is on the evolutionary relationships and natural history of the flora of Illinois. Extensive laboratory and field work introduce students to methods of plant identification, taxonomy, and botanical field studies. Prereq: BIOL 110 and BIOL 210; or permission of the instructor; S. Allison
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the interrelationships between living organisms and the physical and biological factors that surround them. Ecological principles at the level of the individual, population, community and ecosystem are considered. Includes both laboratory and field experiments. Prereq: BIOL 110 and BIOL 210; or permission of the instructor; CL: ENVS 317; S. Allison, J. Templeton
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3.00 Credits
This course provides a detailed examination of evolution by natural selection, the central theory in the study of biology. The material covers a broad range of evolutionary ideas, including the development of Darwin's theory; the modification and elaboration of that theory via the modern synthesis and current theories of how evolution works; the evidence for evolution; evolutionary processes at the molecular, organismal, behavioral, and ecological levels; patterns of speciation and macro-evolutionary change; the evolution of sex; and sexual selection. Alternate years. Prereq: BIOL 110 and BIOL 210; or permission of the instructor; J. Mountjoy
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3.00 Credits
This course examines a dynamic and rapidly developing field. Conservation biology is the study of factors which influence both the diversity and scarcity of species. In particular, we concentrate on how human activities influence global biodiversity. We also discuss local biodiversity. Prereq: BIOL 110 and BIOL 210; or permission of the instructor; CL: ENVS 319; S. Allison
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3.00 Credits
Ethnobotany is the study of the interactions of plants and people, including the influence of plants on human culture. In this course, we examine the properties of plants used for food, fiber, and medicine. We examine how plants are used in developed nations and by indigenous peoples. We focus on ethnobotanically important local native plants in labs and in term papers. Prereq: BIOL 110 and BIOL 120; or permission of the instructor; CL: ENVS 320; S. Allison
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3.00 Credits
A comparison of the different groups of algae and fungi, with reference to variations in form, reproduction, and physiology. Human utilization of algae and fungi and the undesirable features of certain genera are considered. Alternate years. Prereq: BIOL 120; CL: ENVS 311; STAFF
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3.00 Credits
Invertebrate diversity, form, and function. Through a phylogenetic approach, all of the major phyla are considered. Both terrestrial and aquatic forms and their ecology are included. Saltwater aquariums in the Umbeck Center furnish live marine forms for laboratory study. Alternate years. Prereq: BIOL 110, BIOL 120, BIOL 130, and BIOL 210; CL: ENVS 322; L. Dybas
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3.00 Credits
The structure, physiology, and genetics of bacteria and viruses are considered, along with their growth and death. Interactions between human defenses and selected pathogenic microorganisms are also covered. Prereq: BIOL 120, BIOL 130, and BIOL 210; STAFF
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