Zoology (ZOO)
ZOO 126. Human Biology. 3 Credits.
Consideration of selected problems in human biology. Cross-listed with BIOL 126. Does not count toward major or minor.
ZOO 126L. Human Biology Laboratory. 1 Credit.
See Biological Sciences (Biology) for description. Does not count toward major or minor.
ZOO 194. Individual Study. 1-5 Credits.
ZOO 196. Field Experience. 1-15 Credits.
ZOO 199. Special Topics. 1-5 Credits.
ZOO 280. Comparative Chordate Morphology. 4 Credits.
Introduction to the systematics, history, and structure of chordates, especially the vertebrates. Prereq: BIOL 151, BIOL 151L. S.
ZOO 291. Seminar. 1-5 Credits.
ZOO 292. Study Abroad. 1-15 Credits.
ZOO 293. Undergraduate Research. 1-5 Credits.
ZOO 294. Individual Study. 1-5 Credits.
ZOO 296. Field Experience. 1-15 Credits.
ZOO 299. Special Topics. 1-5 Credits.
ZOO 315. Genetics. 3 Credits.
Study of the basis of heredity with emphasis on structure and function of DNA and Mendelian genetics. 3 lectures. Cross-listed with BIOL 315, BOT 315, and PLSC 315. F, S.
ZOO 315L. Genetics Laboratory. 1 Credit.
Study of the basis of heredity with emphasis on structure and function of DNA and Mendelian genetics. 1 two-hour laboratory. Cross-listed with BIOL 315L, BOT 315L, and PLSC 315L. F, S.
ZOO 360. Animal Behavior. 3 Credits.
Description of the principal behavior patterns of animals with consideration of ecological, evolutionary, and internal mechanisms. Prereq: BIOL 151, BIOL 151L. Cross-listed with PSYC 360. S (even years).
ZOO 364. General Ecology. 3 Credits.
Ecological principles associated with organism environment interactions, populations, communities, and ecosystems. Quantitative approach with examples (animal, plant, microbial) included. Prereq: BIOL 150 or BIOL 151. Cross-listed with BIOL 364.
ZOO 370. Cell Biology. 3 Credits.
Structure and function of cells, including cell surfaces, membranes, organelles, cytoskeleton, cell division, cell physiology, and methods used in cell studies. Prereq: BIOL 150, BIOL 150L.
ZOO 379. Study Tour Abroad. 1-6 Credits.
ZOO 380. Vertebrate Histology. 3 Credits.
Study of the microscopic anatomy of vertebrate tissues and organs, especially mammals. Prereq: BIOL 150, BIOL 150L. S (odd years).
ZOO 391. Seminar. 1-3 Credits.
ZOO 392. Study Abroad. 1-15 Credits.
ZOO 393. Undergraduate Research. 1-5 Credits.
ZOO 394. Individual Study. 1-5 Credits.
ZOO 396. Field Experience. 1-15 Credits.
ZOO 397. Fe/Coop Ed/Internship. 1-4 Credits.
ZOO 399. Special Topics. 1-5 Credits.
ZOO 431. Intermediate Genetics. 3 Credits.
Expansion of classical and molecular concepts of genetics; basic concepts of Mendelian, quantitative, population, molecular, and evolutionary genetics. 2 lectures. Prereq: PLSC 315. Cross-listed with BOT 431 and PLSC 431. F {Also offered for graduate credit - see ZOO 631.}.
ZOO 450. Invertebrate Zoology. 4 Credits.
Survey of the biology, classification, and evolution of invertebrates. Emphasis on major phyla, marine, and parasitic taxa. Prereq: BIOL 151, BIOL 151L. S {Also offered for graduate credit - see ZOO 650.}.
ZOO 452. Ichthyology. 3 Credits.
Biology and taxonomy of fishes. Prereq: BIOL 151, 151L. F (even years) {Also offered for graduate credit - see ZOO 652.}.
ZOO 454. Herpetology. 3 Credits.
Primarily a field and laboratory course focusing on amphibians and reptiles. Students must make a commitment to participate in at least one of two 4-day field trips plus an independent review project. Prereq: BIOL 151, BIOL 151L. F/2 (odd years) {Also offered for graduate credit - see ZOO 654.}.
ZOO 456. Ornithology. 3 Credits.
Introduction to the biology, classification, and identification of birds, especially local forms. Early morning field trips required. Prereq: BIOL 151, BIOL 151L. F {Also offered for graduate credit - see ZOO 656.}.
ZOO 458. Mammalogy. 3 Credits.
Biology and taxonomy of mammals. Prereq: BIOL 151, BIOL 151L. F {Also offered for graduate credit - see ZOO 658.}.
ZOO 460. Animal Physiology. 3 Credits.
Study of the physical and chemical principles that govern cell, tissue, organ, organ system, and organismal function. Prereq: BIOL 150, BIOL 151, CHEM 121, CHEM 122. {Also offered for graduate credit - see ZOO 660.}.
ZOO 462. Physiological Ecology. 3 Credits.
Study of the physiological mechanisms underlying life-history trade-offs and constraints in an ecological and evolutionary context. Prereq: BIOL 151, BIOL 151L. S {Also offered for graduate credit - see ZOO 662.}.
ZOO 463. Physiology of Reproduction. 3 Credits.
Comparative anatomy, physiology, and endocrinology of reproduction in mammals. Cross-listed with ANSC 463. {Also offered for graduate credit - see ZOO 663.}.
ZOO 463L. Physiology of Reproduction Laboratory. 1 Credit.
Anatomy, physiology and demonstration and utilization of techniques in large animal reproductive management. Cross-listed with ANSC 463L. Prereq: ANSC 463. {Also offered for graduate credit - see ZOO 663L.}.
ZOO 464. Endocrinology. 3 Credits.
Physiology and anatomy of endocrine glands; chemistry and interrelations of their secretions. Prereq: BIOL 151, BIOL 151L. F/2 (odd years) {Also offered for graduate credit - see ZOO 664.}.
ZOO 465. Hormones and Behavior. 3 Credits.
Study of the organizational and activational role endocrine systems play in regulating animal behaviors. These studies will be explored within an ecological and evolutionary framework. Prereq: BIOL 150 and BIOL 151. {Also offered for graduate credit - see ZOO 665.}.
ZOO 470. Limnology. 4 Credits.
Biological, physical, and chemical features of freshwater ecosystems. Prereq: BIOL 151, BIOL 151L, BIOL 364, one year chemistry. F/2 (odd years) {Also offered for graduate credit - see ZOO 670.}.
ZOO 475. Conservation Biology. 3 Credits.
Integrative approach to the study and conservation of biodiversity. Application of principles from various sub-disciplines of the biological and social sciences to current conservation problems. Prereq: ZOO 315, ZOO 315L. F {Also offered for graduate credit - see ZOO 675.}.
ZOO 476. Wildlife Ecology and Management. 3 Credits.
Application of ecological principles to management of game and non-game wildlife populations. Prereq: BIOL 364. S {Also offered for graduate credit - see ZOO 676.}.
ZOO 477. Wildlife and Fisheries Management Techniques. 3 Credits.
Students will learn techniques used in the study and management of fish and wildlife populations. Students will design an independent field research project to be executed during a field trip (typically 2-4 days in length). {Also offered for graduate credit - see ZOO 677.}.
ZOO 482. Developmental Biology. 3 Credits.
Analysis of the processes of development, with an emphasis on animal development. Topics range from classical embryology to the cellular and molecular basis of development. Prereq: BIOL 150, BIOL 150L, BIOL 151, BIOL 151L. F/2 (even years) {Also offered for graduate credit - see ZOO 682.}.
ZOO 491. Seminar. 1-5 Credits.
ZOO 492. Study Abroad. 1-15 Credits.
ZOO 493. Undergraduate Research. 1-5 Credits.
ZOO 494. Individual Study. 1-5 Credits.
ZOO 496. Field Experience. 1-15 Credits.
ZOO 499. Special Topics. 1-5 Credits.
ZOO 631. Intermediate Genetics. 3 Credits.
Expansion of classical and molecular concepts of genetics; basic concepts of Mendelian, quantitative, population, molecular, and evolutionary genetics. 2 lectures. Cross-listed with BOT 631 and PLSC 631. F {Also offered for undergraduate credit - see ZOO 431.}.
ZOO 650. Invertebrate Zoology. 4 Credits.
Survey of the biology, classification, and evolution of invertebrates. Emphasis on major phyla, marine, and parasitic taxa. S {Also offered for undergraduate credit - see ZOO 450.}.
ZOO 652. Ichthyology. 3 Credits.
Biology and taxonomy of fishes. (even years) {Also offered for undergraduate credit - see ZOO 452.}.
ZOO 654. Herpetology. 3 Credits.
Primarily a field and laboratory course focusing on amphibians and reptiles. Students must make a commitment to participate in at least one of two 4-day field trips plus an independent review project. F/2 (odd years) {Also offered for undergraduate credit - see ZOO 454.}.
ZOO 656. Ornithology. 3 Credits.
Introduction to the biology, classification, and identification of birds, especially local forms. Early morning field trips required. F {Also offered for undergraduate credit - see ZOO 456.}.
ZOO 658. Mammalogy. 3 Credits.
Biology and taxonomy of mammals. F {Also offered for undergraduate credit - see ZOO 458.}.
ZOO 660. Animal Physiology. 3 Credits.
Study of the physical and chemical principles that govern cell, tissue, organ, organ system, and organismal function. {Also offered for undergraduate credit - see ZOO 460.}.
ZOO 662. Physiological Ecology. 3 Credits.
Study of the physiological mechanisms underlying life-history trade-offs and constraints in an ecological and evolutionary context. S {Also offered for undergraduate credit - see ZOO 462.}.
ZOO 663. Physiology of Reproduction. 3 Credits.
Comparative anatomy, physiology, and endocrinology of reproduction in mammals. Cross-listed with ANSC 663. {Also offered for undergraduate credit - see ZOO 463.}.
ZOO 663L. Physiology of Reproduction Laboratory. 1 Credit.
Anatomy, physiology and demonstration and utilization of techniques in large animal reproductive management. Cross-listed with ANSC 663L. {Also offered for undergraduate credit - see ZOO 463L.}.
ZOO 664. Endocrinology. 3 Credits.
Physiology and anatomy of endocrine glands; chemistry and interrelations of their secretions. F/2 (odd years) {Also offered for undergraduate credit - see ZOO 464.}.
ZOO 665. Hormones and Behavior. 3 Credits.
Study of the organizational and activational role endocrine systems play in regulating animal behaviors. These studies will be explored within an ecological and evolutionary framework. {Also offered for undergraduate credit - see ZOO 465.}.
ZOO 670. Limnology. 4 Credits.
Biological, physical, and chemical features of freshwater ecosystems. F/2 (odd years) {Also offered for undergraduate credit - see ZOO 470.}.
ZOO 675. Conservation Biology. 3 Credits.
Integrative approach to the study and conservation of biodiversity. Application of principles from various sub-disciplines of the biological and social sciences to current conservation problems. F {Also offered for undergraduate credit - see ZOO 475.}.
ZOO 676. Wildlife Ecology and Management. 3 Credits.
Application of ecological principles to management of game and non-game wildlife populations. S {Also offered for undergraduate credit - see ZOO 476.}.
ZOO 677. Wildlife and Fisheries Management Techniques. 3 Credits.
Students will learn techniques used in the study and management of fish and wildlife populations. Students will design an independent field research project to be executed during a field trip (typically 2-4 days in length). {Also offered for undergraduate credit - see ZOO 477.}.
ZOO 682. Developmental Biology. 3 Credits.
Analysis of the processes of development, with an emphasis on animal development. Topics range from classical embryology to the cellular and molecular basis of development. F/2 (even years) {Also offered for undergraduate credit - see ZOO 482.}.
ZOO 690. Graduate Seminar. 1-3 Credits.
ZOO 695. Field Experience. 1-15 Credits.
ZOO 696. Special Topics. 1-5 Credits.
ZOO 790. Graduate Seminar. 1-3 Credits.
ZOO 791. Temporary/Trial Topics. 1-5 Credits.
ZOO 793. Indiv Study/Tutorial. 1-5 Credits.
ZOO 795. Field Experience. 1-15 Credits.
ZOO 796. Special Topics. 1-5 Credits.
ZOO 797. Master's Paper. 1-3 Credits.
ZOO 798. Master's Thesis. 1-10 Credits.
ZOO 820. Advanced Cell Biology. 3 Credits.
Study of molecular biology of plant and animal cells including molecules, molecular organization, growth and development, nuclear function, cell cycle, and cellular communication. Prereq: BIOC 702. Cross-listed with BOT 820.
ZOO 850. Advanced Conservation Biology. 3 Credits.
This class will cover recent developments in the field of conservation biology, with a specific focus on recent literature. Areas of focus will include Evolutionary Conservation and Conservation Genetics.
ZOO 860. Evolutionary Ecology. 3 Credits.
Lecture-discussion course on recent developments in evolutionary theory and their implications in the study of animal adaptation, ecology, and behavior. S/2 (odd years).
ZOO 866. Advanced Animal Behavior. 3 Credits.
This course investigates current concepts and research areas in animal behavior, with a focus on topics that lie at the interface between animal behavior, ecology and evolution. Cross-listed with BIOL 766.
ZOO 870. Aquatic Community Ecology. 4 Credits.
Nature and ecological roles of the freshwater biota. Discussion of contemporary issues in aquatic ecology. F/2 (even years).
ZOO 895. Field Experience. 1-15 Credits.
ZOO 899. Doctoral Dissertation. 1-15 Credits.