Zoology 480. Individual Research Problems (1-5) Time and credit to be arranged. Open to qualified students for one or more quarters. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor. 483. Topics in Physics (1-5) Topics which can be studied include (but are not limited to): mechanics, thermodynamics, kinetic theory, statistical mechanics, electronics, electromagnetism, optics, solid-state physics, modern physics, nuclear physics, relativity, cosmology, and astrophysics. These courses may be taken at any time on a personalized basis. Time and credit to be arranged. May be repeated. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor. 489. Cooperative Work Experience (1-9) A continuation of Physics Department 289 Cooperative Work Experience. Open to all students. 492. 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. 497. Senior Thesis (2) An individual research program pursued under faculty supervision. It is expected that one or more quarters of research (Phsx 480) will precede registration for this course. Course evaluation will include an oral and a written report Prerequisites: Senior class standing and consent of departmental commitee. 499. Seminar in Physics (1-1-1) Joint sessions of faculty and students devoted to current topics in physics. Students taking this course for credit will make a presentation based on library research of a topic agreed on with the faculty adviser. One quarter required for physics majors May be taken up to three times for credit Prerequisite: Previous upper division physics course. 503. Physics for Teachers (3-5) Science content course for teachers in the M.Ed. Science Emphasis Program. To register, select another departmental course and develop a contract detailing additional work required for graduate credit. Course may be repeated. Contract must be approved by instructor, department chair, and Director of the Master of Education Program. DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY Chair: Samuel I. Zeveloff Location: Science Lab, Room 402 Telephone Contact: Denise Beecroft 626-6165 Professors: Darrell J. Graff, David S. Havertz, Emron A. Jensen, J. Neil Jensen, Carl D. Marti, Gloria Z. Wurst; Associate Professors: Samuel I. Zeveloff; Assistant Professors: Bret C. Harvey, Earl A. Jenne, Bert W. Winter ton. Description Zoology is the study of animals. As such, it includes a tremendous diversity of subdivisions and approaches. These range from using electron microscopy to study cells to field examinations of wildlife populations. Some zoologists focus their studies on a specific group of animals. Others specialize on problems or processes, such as those in physiology or genetics, which are common to many groups. Zoologists have made many important contributions to our understanding of the natural world. Furthermore, they benefit humankind through their work in areas such as medicine and environmental conservation. Education The Department of Zoology offers two majors programs, each of which leads to a bachelor's degree: the Zoology major and the Zoology Teaching major. It also collaborates with Botany to offer a bachelor's degree in the Biology Composite Teaching major program. Other programs include the Zoology minor and the Zoology Teaching minor. Through the Zoology major, students receive a strong basic background in the science, yet can obtain advanced training in areas of special interest. Although our majors pursue several tracks, a large proportion are involved in pre-medical professional training. We have an excellent record in placing students in the finest medical, dental, veterinary, and optometry schools. Indeed, the College's advisers for each of these programs are housed in the Department of Zoology. Several of our graduates have even been employed as laboratory assistants during their freshman year in medical school. Students can also receive special training in genetics, ecology, behavior, and physiology. The faculty do research in these areas and strongly encourage student participation in their projects. Many of their studies occur in nearby natural habitats. Frequently, our students enter graduate school to specialize further in zoology. All students are urged to consult with the Department Chair early in their education. Arrangements can then be made for the student to be matched with an appropriate adviser who can best offer course and career suggestions. PROGRAM: ZOOLOGY MAJOR BACHELOR DEGREE General Requirements: Specific College Requirements (see index). Requirements for General Education (see index). A minor is required. Zoology majors must have a C- or better in major courses. An overall GPA of 2.00 or C is required. 183 total hours are required for this degree. Sixty of the 183 total hours must be upper division (courses numbered 300 and above.) Specific Requirements: • Minimum of 51 credit hours of Zoology courses. Zool NS160, General Zoology, or equivalent knowledge, is a prerequisite of all Zoology classes except Zool NS201, 202, NS230 and may be counted in the major. • Zoology courses required (35 credit hours): Zool NS160 (5), NS211 (5), NS212 (5) or 405 (5), 299 (1), 330 (5), 372 (4), 420 (5) or 421 (5), 440 (4) or 445 (4) or 447 (4) or 448 (4), 499 (1). Zoology General Information 168 • Zoology courses to elect from (minimum of 16 credit hours): Zool 112 (1), NS201 (5), 202 (4), NS212 (5), 292 (1-6), 332 (4), 340 (3), 347 (3), 373 (3), NS380 (3), 405 (5), 410 (5), 412 (5), 420 (5), 421 (5), 422 (5), 423 (5), 425 (4), 435 (4), 440 (4), 445 (4), 447 (4), 448 (4), 450 (5), 455 (4), 460 (5), 464 (4), 465 (4), 466 (4), 467 (4), 468 (5), 474 (3), 475 (3), 480 (1-5), 483 (1-5), 489 (1-5), 492 (1-6), 495 (1-3), 497 (2), 498 (2), 499 (1). • No more than 5 combined hours of Zoology 480 and 483 may count toward the major. • Support courses required: Botany NS 110 (5); in addition, one course from the following list: Botany NS112 (5), 310 (5), 320 (5), 321 (5), 322 (4), 345 (5), 347 (3), 350 (5), 351 (5), 352 (4), 362 (5), 364 (5), 411 (5) or 421 (5), or Micro NS205 (5). For the additional support course, ecology-oriented students should take a Botany class; pre-medical professional students should take the Microbiology class. • Other support courses required: Chem NS111 (5), NS112 (5), NS113 (5); or NS121 (5), NS122 (5), 123 (5), and 311 (4), 312 (4), 313 (4); pre-medical professional students should take the Chem NS 121-123 and 311-313 series; Math 105 (5) or 106 (5) or 107 (5); students planning to attend graduate or professional schools are encouraged to take a class in the calculus series (Math 211 or 212 or 213); pre-medical professional students are required to take one year of mathematics; Phsx NS101 (5) or NS111 (4), NS112 (4), NS113 (4), 114 (1), 115 (1), 116 (1); pre-medical professional students should take the Phsx NS111-116 series. SPECIAL EMPHASES: Pre-Medical Professional Training - Students considering application to medical, dental, veterinary, optometry, and pharmacy schools should consult the beginning of the School of Natural Sciences section of this bulletin. Furthermore, they should meet with the advisers of these programs, each of whom is listed in that section. The Department of Zoology offers lower and upper level courses that provide superb ttaining for examinations such as the Medical College Admissions Test, as well as medical school courses. Students should meet with the appropriate adviser for specific course suggestions. Wildlife Conservation Officer - This program is specifically designed to train students interested in law enforcement careers with state and federal fish and wildlife agencies. General Requirements: • Zoology major is required. • A Minor in Criminal Justice with a Law Enforcement concentration is recommended. (See Criminal Justice section of the catalog.) • An overall GPA of 2.00 is required. Specific Requirements: • Zoology courses required (29 credit hours): Zool 445 (4), 447 (4), 448 (4), 465 (4), 466 (4), 467 (4) and 468 (5). • Support courses required (72 credit hours): Botany NS 110 (5) and 362 (5) or 364 (5).; Chem NS111 (5), NS112 (5), NS113 (5); or NS121 (5) or NS122 (5), 123 (5), 311 (4), 312 (4), 313 (4); Math 105 (5) or 106 (5) or 107 (5); Phsx NS101 (5) or NS111 (4), NS112 (4), NS113 (4), 114(1), 115(1), 116(1). • Minor recommended: Law Enforcement (See Criminal Justice section of the catalog). PROGRAM: ZOOLOGY TEACHING MAJOR-BACHELOR DEGREE General Requirements: • Specific College Requirements (see index). • Requirements for General Education (see index). • Psych SSI01 (5) in the Social Science area is recommended for Zoology Teaching majors. • A minor is required. (Zoology Teaching majors should complete a minor in Botany.) • Zoology teaching majors must have a C- or better in major courses. • Zoology teaching majors must achieve an overall 2.50 GPA. • 183 total hours are required for this degree. Sixty of the 183 total hours must be upper division (courses numbered 300 and above.) • Students selecting a Zoology Teaching major must satisfy the School of Education Certification. (See Teacher Education Program.) These courses must include the following: Educ 195 (1), 300 (2), 301 (4), 303 (3), 305 (3), 462 (4), 463 (4), 495 (15), 499 (3). Specific Requirements: • Minimum of 52 credit hours in Zoology courses. • Zoology courses required: Zool NS160 (5); NS201 (5); NS211 (5); NS212 (5); 330 (5); 372 (4); 381 (4); 420 (5) or 421 (5); 440 (4) or 445 (4) or 447 (4) or 448 (4); 464 (4); 465 (4) or 466 (4) or 467 (4) or 468 (5); and 498 (2). • Support courses required: Botany NS 110 (5); 362 (5) or 364 (5); Chem NS111 (5), NS112 (5), NS113 (5) orNS121 (5), NS122 (5), 123 (5); Geol NS111 (5) or Geog NS101 (5); Phsx NS101 (5) or the general physics series NS111, NS112, and NS113 (15); Math 105 (5) or 106 (5) or 107 (5); Micro NS205 (5); Commun HU102 (3). • Recommended electives: Zool 373 (3); NS380 (3); 405 (5); 410 (5); 425 (4); and 435 (4). PROGRAM: BIOLOGY COMPOSITE TEACHING MAJOR BACHELOR DEGREE - (See program requirements in the Composite Teaching Majors section of the School of Education.) PROGRAM: ZOOLOGY DEPARTMENTAL HONORS General Requirements: • Enroll in the General Honors Program and complete 10 hours of General Honors courses (see the Interdisciplinary Programs section of the catalog). • Maintain an overall GPA of 3.3. • Fulfill the requirements for the Zoology major or Zoology Teaching Major. Requirements continued next page Student Services Interdisc. Programs Allied Health Sciences Arts& Humanities Business & Economics Education Natural Sciences Social Sciences Technology 169 Continuing Education