A consideration of cell structure and an overview of the basic tissues serves as the basis for the analysis of the organ systems. I is also recommended. Laboratories and field trips are used to emphasize the relationships among fresh water organisms. Activities include field collection and the preparation of a herbarium. This is a course individually designed to provide the undergraduate training in biological research.
Students work on projects under the guidance and supervision of a faculty member.
Written reports and a final paper are required. Permission of instructor, permission of chairperson, and junior or seniors status. Permission of instructor, permission of chairperson, and junior or seniors status. This is an individual program arranged as a contract between student and professor. Working closely with the professor, students participate in various aspects of college teaching.