Principles of integrative function in animals, emphasizing tissues, organs, organ systems, and regulation. Includes adaptations of animals to their environments. 211G, BCH E 341 and junior-level standing. 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. Microorganism function will also be explored. Ecology of Plants 3 cr. Controlling factors, succession, community dynamics, and the classification of vegetation. Introduction to Evolutionary Ecology 3 cr.