Laboratory work will emphasize vegetation sampling methods and habitat type classification for plant communities in this region as well as methods of analyzing and reporting this data. Offered even-numbered years. The evolutionary development of vertebrate anatomy, fishes through mammals. Dissection of the shark, salamander, cat plus demonstrations of other vertebrate types. Biology of insects with emphasis on identification and life cycles for students who have completed one year of college level biology.
Laboratory includes field trips to collect and identify local species.
Insect collection required. Students should meet with instructor the spring or summer before enrolling. Two weekend field trips. Offered odd-numbered years. Germ cell development, comparative patterns of cleavage and gastrulation, neurulation and induction, and development of human organ systems.