Zoology Minor Courses

ONE of the following (4 hours):

BIOL 1502

Structure & Func of Organisms

An introduction to the morphology and physiology of plants and animals for natural science majors. This course will emphasize the diversity of structure and function among living organisms. Lecture and laboratory. Students may not receive credit for both BIOL 1101 and BIOL 1502.
(4 Hours)
BIOL 1503

Ecology & Evolution

An introduction to principles of ecology and evolution for natural science majors. This course will examine ecosystems, populations, biogeochemical cycles, biogeography, natural selection, and speciation. Lecture and laboratory. Students may not receive credit for both BIOL 1101 and BIOL 1503.
(4 Hours)

FOUR of the following (15-16 hours):

BIOL 2450

Ornithology

A study of the biology of birds, to include their behavior, conservation, ecology, evolution, flight and migration. The lab will emphasize identification of birds in the wild and will also include opportunities to capture and band wild birds. One overnight weekend trip is required.
(4 Hours)
BIOL 3521

Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy

A study of the past record of evolution (temporal diversity or phylogeny) and the present result of evolution (spatial diversity) of the organs and organ systems of vertebrates with consideration given to their functional adaptations. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: BIOL 1502.
(4 Hours)
BIOL 3526

Invertebrate Ecology

A study of invertebrate ecology, particularly how scientists learn about invertebrates by studying them in the wild. Topics will include invertebrate distribution, abundance, behavior, conservation, and evolution. Labs will emphasize sampling invertebrate populations and communities. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: BIOL 1503
(4 Hours)
BIOL 3527

Vertebrate Ecology

A study of vertebrate ecology, particularly how scientists learn about vertebrates by studying them in the wild. Topics will include vertebrate distribution, abundance, behavior, conservation, and evolution. Labs will emphasize sampling vertebrate populations and communities. Lecture and Laboratory. Prerequisite: BIOL 1503.
(4 Hours)
BIOL 3565

Parasitology

The biology of parasitic organisms and the interaction with their hosts. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: BIOL 1502.
(4 Hours)
BIOL 3580

Animal Physiology

The study of function at the cellular, organ, and organismic level. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: BIOL 1502.
(4 Hours)
BIOL 3582

Animal Behavior

A study of the causes and consequences of animal behavior. Topics include the nervous system, genetics and development of behavior, learning, and communication. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: BIOL 1502
(4 Hours)
ENV 3513

Wildlife Ecology

A study of how ecologists manage wild animals for the benefit of humans. Managed species include species that are hunted as well as species that are the target of non-consumptive uses. Topics include population dynamics, biodiversity, social and economic issues, and ecosystem management. In addition, the lab will emphasize field techniques and the data used to monitor and manage populations. Prerequisites: ENV 1401 and 1404 or BIOL 1503
(4 Hours)
ENV 3701

Practical Entomology

A practical overview of the biology and ecology of insects and spiders with an emphasis on the importance of these organisms to human societies, taxonomy, identification skills and the use of insects and spiders in science education contexts. Prerequisite: ENV 1401 or BIOL 1502.
(3 Hours)

Because most graduate and professional schools require Physics and Calculus for admission, students contemplating advanced study in the biological sciences are advised to include these courses in their academic programs. All students majoring in Biology are encouraged to elect courses in physics, calculus-based mathematics, chemistry, statistics, and computer science.