Animal Physiology 3 cr. Principles of integrative function in animals, emphasizing tissues, organs, organ systems, and regulation. Includes adaptations of animals to their environments. 111G and BIOL 377 recommended. Experimental Physiology 3 cr.
Laboratory exercises illustrating principles and practices of physiology.
Students will formulate and test hypotheses at the system, organ, tissue, and cellular level on the functions of animals and plants. Micro-organism function will also be explored. Readings and discussions on current topics in ecology. Ecology of Plants 3 cr. Controlling factors, succession, community dynamics, and the classification of vegetation.