Zoology Zoology General Information 211. Invertebrate Zoology (5) A, W, S Comparative biology of non-vertebrate animals. Three lectures and two 3-hour labs a week. Prerequisite: Zool 160. 212. Vertebrate Zoology (5) A, W, S Natural history, structure, function and evolutionary relationships are emphasized. Four lectures and one 3-hour lab a week. Prerequisite: Zool 160. LS230. Human Genetics and Society (5) A, W, S A general education course aimed at non-science majors. The genetics of humans is examined with emphasis on the interaction between genetic advancements and society. 280. History of the Life Sciences (3) W Examination of the ways in which interactions among personalities, instrumentation and ideas shape the development of biology - past, present and future. 292. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) In order to provide flexibility and to meet many different needs, a number of specific offerings are possible using this catalog number. When the number is used it will be accompanied by a brief and specific descriptive title. The specific title with the credit authorized for the particular offering will appear on the student transcript. 299. Sophomore Seminar (1) This seminar consists of faculty presentations which will inform students of potential research opportunities in the department and career possibilities in the discipline. It is strongly recommended that students enroll in this course during their sophomore year. 330. Genetics (5) A, W, S Principles and concepts of modem genetics. A course for biological science majors. Three lectures and two 3-hour labs a week. Prerequisites: Zool 211 and 212, or approval of instructor. Algebra and organic chemistry strongly recommended. 332. Cytology (4) Intracellular morphology and subcellular organization of the cell. Two lectures and two 3-hour labs a week. Prerequisites: Zool LS211 and 212, or approval of instructor. Chem 311 series recommended. 340. Library Research Methods in Biology (3) W A practical introduction to the kinds of biological materials in academic libraries and how to find, use and interpret information in these sources. Prerequisite: English 112. 345. General Ecology (4) 5m, A, W, S Study of the relationships of organisms and their environment. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab or field trip a week. Prerequisites: Zool 211 and Zool 212 , or approval of instructor. Writing intensive course. 347. Zoogeography (3) A The study of factors controlling the distribution of animals with emphasis on the vertebrates. Three lectures a week. Zool 211 and 212, or approval of instructor. 350. Conservation Biology (4) W The study of how biological principles and concepts are used in conservation. Major emphasis on the preservation and management of biodiversity. Connections between biological and societal issues are explored. Four lectures a week. Prerequisites: Zool 211 and 212, or approval of instructor. 372. Evolution (4) W,S The patterns and processes involved in changes in natural populations. Four lectures a week. Prerequisites: Zool 21 land 212, or approval of instructor. 373. Population Genetics and Ecology (3) S Principles of genetics and ecology at the population level. Three lectures a week. Prerequisite: Zool 211 and 212; Zool LS230 or 330; or approval of the instructor. 405. Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy (5) W Dissection-based, in-depth comparative study of vertebrate functional anatomy. Three lectures and two 3-hour labs a week. Prerequisites: Zool 211 and 212 or approval of instructor. 410. Vertebrate Embryology (5) S Development of representative types. Three lectures and two 3- hour labs a week. Prerequisites: Zool 211 and 212, or approval of instructor. 412. Histology (5) A The study of vertebrate tissues, identification and association with the main organs emphasized. Three lectures and two 3-hour labs a week. Prerequisite: Zool 201 or (420 or 421), 211 and 212, or approval of instructor. 420. Cell Physiology (5) S Metabolic activities of organisms on cellular level. Three lectures and two 3-hour labs a week. Prerequisite: A minimum of one year in Chemistry. Zool 211 and 212, or approval of instructor. 421,422. Mammalian Physiology (5-5) A, W A two-quarter study of vertebrate physiological processes on the organ level. Three lectures and two 3-hour labs a week. Prerequisites: Zool 211 and 212, or approval of instructor. A minimum of one year of Chemistry (preferably 311 series). Zool 422 cannot be taken without 421. 423. Endocrinology (5) 5 The study of the function of neural and hormonal control in animals, with emphasis on the human organism. Four lectures and one 3-hour lab a week. Prerequisite: Zool 211 and 212, and 420 or 421, or approval of instructor. 425. Radiation Biology (4) W Training in the study of harmful effects of radiation and practical applications of radioactive tracer techniques to biological problems. Prerequisites: Zool 211 and 212, or approval of instructor, and beginning courses in Chemistry and Physics. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab a week. 430. Molecular Genetics (5) A cooperative learning approach to concepts, ideas, and issues pertaining to genetic structure and function at the molecular level, with emphasis on eukaryotic organisms. Three lectures and two 3-hour labs per week. Prerequisites: Zool 330 or Botany 330; Math 107; Chem 311 and 312; or approval of instructor. 435. Animal Behavior (4) A Principles and concepts of animal behavior emphasizing evolution of behavior and the role of behavior in adaptations of animals to their environment. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab a week. Prerequisites: Zool 211 and 212, or approval of instructor. 447. Wildlife Ecology (4) A Principles of wildlife ecology and the techniques of wildlife population analysis and manipulation. Three lectures and one 3- hour lab or field trip a week. Prerequisites: Zool 211,212, and 345, or approval of instructor. Writing intensive course. 448. Aquatic Ecology (4) A Study of the physical and biological interactions of freshwater and marine ecosystems. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab or field trip a week. Prerequisites: Zool 211, 212, and 345, or approval of instructor. Writing intensive course. 450. Parasitology (4) W Survey of representative external and internal parasites of humans, domestic animals, and wildlife. Emphasis is on their ecology and epidemiology. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab a week. Prerequisites: Zool 211 and 212, or approval of instructor. 455. Medical Entomology (4) W The bionomics and control of arthropods affecting the health of man. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab a week. Prerequisites: Zool 211 and 212, or by approval of instructor. 457. Secondary School Science Teaching Methods (4) A Acquaintance with the various methods and curriculum of secondary school science. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab a week. It is recommended that this course be completed before student teaching. Prerequisites: Zool 211 and 212, or approval of instructor and admission to the Teacher Education Program. 460. Protozoology (5) Structure, taxonomy and biology of the one-celled animals. Three lectures and two 3-hour labs a week. Prerequisite: Zool 211 and 212, or approval of instructor. 464. Entomology (4) A Classification and biology of insects as well as their economic importance. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab a week. Prerequisite: Zool 211 and 212, or approval of instructor. 465. Ichthyology (4) W Ecology and biology of fishes with emphasis on the population and community ecology of freshwater forms. Field trips required. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab a week. Prerequisite: Zool 211 and 212, or by approval of instructor. 466. Herpetology (4) S Structure, classification, and biological relationships of amphibians and reptiles. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab a week. Prerequisite: Zool 211 and 212, or by approval of instructor. 467. Ornithology (4) 5 The biology of birds including form, function, behavior and ecology. Lab emphasizes identification of Utah species. Three lectures and one 3-hour lab or a field trip each week. Prerequisite: Zool 211 and 212, or approval of instructor. 468. Mammalogy (5) A An introduction to the mammals with special reference to species found in Utah. Four lectures and one 3-hour lab or field trip a week. Prerequisite: Zool 211 and 212, or approval of instructor. 474. Vertebrate Phylogeny (3) An introduction to some possible lines of descent for the major vertebrate groups. Three lectures a week. Prerequisite: Zool 211 and 212, or approval of instructor. 475. Primatology (3) 5 An overview of the primates, emphasizing their evolution, characteristics, and conservation. Three lectures a week. Zool 211 and 212, or approval of instructor. 480. Problems in Zoology (1-5) A, W, S Directed individual research in zoology. Prerequisites: Zool 211 and 212, and approval of instructor.* 483. Readings in Zoology (1-5) A, W, S Directed individual readings in the general area of zoology. Specific topic selected in consultation with instructor. Prerequisites: Zool 211 and 212, and approval of instructor.* 489. Cooperative Work Experience (1-5) A, W, S 492. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) Consult the quarterly class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. 495. Field Zoology (1-3) S Credit to be given in this course for study conducted on an extended, organized field trip under proper supervision. 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