Structure, anatomy, morphology, function, and development of the vertebrate skeleton. Undergraduate research by small groups. Topics vary from year to year but will include paleoecology of major groups of organisms or major environments from population, community evolutionary, or taxonomic persepectives. Two hours of seminar per week. Advanced study and current literature in various fields of paleontology.
Topics vary from year to year.
Open to qualified students directly engaged in field studies. Graduate research by small groups. Credit awarded according to work planned and accomplished.