Emphasis on membranes, subcellular organelle systems, cytoskeleton, and cell cycle. Includes basic aspects of molecular biology. 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.
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. Controlling factors, succession, community dynamics, and the classification of vegetation. Overview of current knowledge and modern research into ecological adaptation, evolutionary processes acting on contemporary populations, and the consequences of natural selection for population and community processes. Seminar to aid students in assessment and presentation of current topics in microbiology.