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4.00 Credits
Emphasis is on the classification and identification of the plants of southern Virginia. The characteristics of the major families of plants of North America are discussed. Prerequisites: a grade of C or better in BIO 132 or consent. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours each week. Offered spring of even-numbered years.
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4.00 Credits
A study of organismal adaptation and community organization in marine and estuarine habitats. A variety of marine habitats, with the laboratory primarily focusing on local species and habitat types is examined. Prerequisite: one year of general biology or BIO 207. Offered each fall.
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4.00 Credits
A comparative study of the morphology, life histories, and evolutionary relationships of the major vertebrate lineages. This course includes laboratory examinations and field observations of representative vertebrate animals. Prerequisite: BIO 131. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours each week. Offered on demand.
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4.00 Credits
Features a detailed study of the cells, tissues, and organs that comprise the mammalian body. It is especially intended for students seeking careers in biology, medicine, or veterinary sciences. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in BIO 131 or consent. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours each week. Offered on demand.
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4.00 Credits
A study of the evolution, morphology, and physiology of vertebrates. An intensive laboratory directed examination of the major organ systems of vertebrates as exemplified by the lamprey, dogfish, salamander, and cat is featured. It is intended for students seeking careers in biology, medicine, or veterinary sciences. Prerequisite: BIO 131 with a grade of C or better or consent. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours each week. Offered on demand.
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4.00 Credits
A survey of the invertebrate phyla, with a focus on the classification, evolution, ecology, morphology, and life histories of these organisms. This course includes laboratory examinations of representative groups and field sampling of local invertebrate fauna. Prerequisite: BIO 131. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours each week. Offered fall of odd-numbered years.
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3.00 Credits
Features an intensive field experience in neotropical ecosystems (e.g., sea caves, mangrove swamps, coral reefs and rainforests). Descriptive field studies of representative plants and animals is required. Field activities require strenuous exercise and considerable hiking. Destinations may include Trinidad, Belize, Costa Rica, U.S. Virgin Islands, or the Galapagos Islands. Prerequisite: a grade of C or better in BIO 131 and BIO 132 or BIO 207, and consent. Lab fee. Offered summer on demand.
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4.00 Credits
A study of the basic mechanisms by which different animals function. Emphasis is placed on how organisms, both invertebrates and vertebrates, make changes in these basic mechanisms to deal with differing environmental conditions. Prerequisites: a grade of C or better in BIO 131 or consent. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours each week. Offered on demand.
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4.00 Credits
Focuses on the process by which organisms grow and develop. Emphasizes principles and concepts that govern development in model organisms such as sea urchins, flatworms, fruit flies, zebra fish, and chickens. Regeneration of appendages, stem cells, cancer and plants are discussed. Prerequisite: BIO 311 or consesnt. Offered fall of evennumbered years.
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4.00 Credits
A study of the mechanisms and evolution of animal behavior. Topics include genetics and development of behavior, neural and physiological mechanisms of behavior, communication, social behavior, habitat selection, reproductive behavior, and parental investment. Laboratory exercises provide hands-on experience for many of these concepts. Prerequisites: BIO 131 or consent. Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours each week. Offered on demand.
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