BIOL 303 - Comparative Animal Physiology

4 Credit(s)

Using an integrative and comparative approach, this course focuses on the basic principles and mechanisms of animal functions. A major goal of the course is the development of a qualitative and intuitive understanding of these basic principles and mechanisms. The experimental basis of animal physiology is the central theme of the course. The course examines specializations, ecological relationships, and behavioral characteristics of animals and emphasizes cellular and molecular topics throughout to underscore the importance of relating cellular activity to systemic functions. In the laboratory, students carry out a research project on basic animal physiology. Fulfills one organismal biology elective.
3 hours laboratory. 3 hours lecture.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 161, BIOL 162, BIOL 262 and BIOL 299.