Mr. Majumdar 314. An exploration of the conceptual approaches and modern experimental techniques used in functional morphology. Through a combination of anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics, students explore the functional basis of locomotion and feeding in vertebrate animals. Offered in spring semester. Mr. Young 332.
Students develop advanced knowledge of freshwater ecosystems and ecological analysis.
Laboratory and lecture are tightly integrated. Both oral and written presentation of findings are required. Examples of some topics include temporal change in biotic communities, nutrient cycling and biota, and predator impacts on ecosystem dynamics. Knowledge of statistics is highly recommended. Offered in fall or spring semester.