Pathways of intermediary metabolism emphasizing cellular location, thermodynamics and regulation of rate-limiting enzymes. Signal transduction across membranes, and integration and hormonal regulation of metabolism. Three hours lecture, three hours lab. Biology 430 Comparative Organ Physiology Physiological mechanisms of animals with emphasis on organ level of organization. Topics include circulation and gas exchange, excretion and osmoregulation, neural function, energetics, and thermoregulation.
Laboratory follows experimental approach using live animal preparations.
Three hours lecture, three hours lab. Biology 442-444 Independent Study Individual study of a topic of interest and concern to the student. Offered on demand. Exit Examination Required of majors in the last semester before graduation.