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3.00 Credits
Detailed study of the nervous system with special emphasis on the human brain. Lecture topics include anatomy of the brain and spinal cord, reflexes, specific sensory and motor pathways, drug effects on the nervous system, special senses, and mapping of the cerebral cortex and nervous system disorders. Pre-requisite: Biology 206 or 301 or 304. Alternate years.
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0.00 - 4.00 Credits
Analysis and description of behavior at both the proximate and ultimate levels in both invertebrates and vertebrates is stressed. Topics include proximate studies focusing on the roles of physiology, hormones, and genetics in shaping behavior. At the ultimate level, behavioral evolution is stressed with emphasis on adaptations and fitness consequences of behaviors. Topics such as learning and memory, defense, feeding, reproductive behavior, territoriality, parental care, communication, and social hierarchies are covered. An appreciation of Behavioral Ecology is emphasized. Class learning goals include developing an understanding of the fundamental principles of animal behavior through class DISCUSSION, developing a comparative EVOLUTIONARY appreciation of animal behavior, and interpreting current literature on animal behavior. Laboratory learning goals include gaining insight into methods of behavioral research, APPLICATION of the scientific method, and effectively presenting research results in both oral and written format. Pre-requisite: BI 105/155.
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0.00 - 4.00 Credits
Will provide students with a basic understanding of birds and their biology. Avian topics covered include evolutionary history, taxonomic classifications, stru- ctural and functional differences between birds and other vertebrates, and their behavioral and ecological characteristics. Course will include two one-hour lectures and one four-hour laboratory. Most of the labs are field trips to a variety of nearby habitats to identify various bird species. Pre-requisite: Biology 108/158 or consent of instructor. Alternate years.
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0.00 - 4.00 Credits
The distribution, ecology, classification and evolution of vertebrates. Laboratory will include techniques for studying vertebrate populations, and the collection, preparation and identification of study specimens. Some Saturday field trips are planned. Pre-requisite: Biology 108/158 or consent of instructor. Alternate years.
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0.00 - 4.00 Credits
The purpose of this course is to understand the vital role plants play in the environment as sources of oxygen, energy, medicines, and other products, and of the complex and diverse ways plants solve problems of life. Five unifying themes of botany will be returned to throughout the course: Plants consist of organized parts, exchange energy with the environment, respond to and adapt to their environment, reproduce, and share a common ancestry. The laboratory is an integral part of the course and has one extended weekend field trip. A large portion of the lab will be devoted to independent projects on a problem of interest. A paper, including pertinent library research, and presentation of the project, are required. This course counts as a Biology category 1,2, or 3 class, and satisfies one credit of off campus learning for the MPSL. Pre-requisite, BI 108/158 or consent of instructor.
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0.00 - 4.00 Credits
No course description available.
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0.00 - 4.00 Credits
An introduction to the morphology, physiology, and ecology of microorganisms including bacteria, algae, fungi, and protozoa. The role of microorganisms in ecosystems and their application to agriculture, sanitation, and industry will be discussed. Pre-requisite: Biology 305/355 or consent of instructor.
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0.00 - 4.00 Credits
This course provides an introduction to conservation biology, and will focus on the earth¿s biological diversity, threats to its biological diversity, how threats influence populations and species, and solutions to dealing with those threats.
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1.00 Credits
Laboratory course to accompany Biology 300. One three-hour lab per week. Concurrent enrollment in Biology 300.
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1.00 Credits
Laboratory experience to accompany Biology 305. One three-hour lab per week. Concurrent enrollment in Biology 305.
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