Zoology
(ZOO)
The department
offers courses which are slashlisted so undergraduate students
may take an undergraduate 4000-level course while graduate students
may take a graduate 5000-level course. The lectures in a slashlisted
course are the same. However, students in the 5000-level course
have substantial additional requirements beyond those for students
in the 4000-level course. These additional requirements are listed
in the slashlisted course syllabus.
1003 Contemporary Issues in Biology (Crosslisted
with Botany, Microbiology 1003) Crosslisted with: BOT 1003,MBIO 1003
An introduction to biology, focusing on the scientific background needed
to understand selected issues related to cells, genetics and inheritance,
evolution and ecology. Not open to students with credit for BOT/MBIO/ZOO
1005, BOT 1114 or ZOO 1114. Cannot be used for major credit in Zoology.
(F, Sp)
1005 Concepts in Biology (Crosslisted with Botany,
Microbiology 1005). Prerequisite: none, but high school or college
chemistry is recommended. An introduction to the life sciences, focusing
on the structure and function of organisms and their relationship to
the environment. Fulfills general education laboratory science requirement.
Not open to students with credit for Botany 1114 or Zoology 1114.
Laboratory (F, Sp) [II-LAB]
1114 Introductory
Zoology. Major biological principles and concepts as illustrated
in the structure, function and evolution of animals. Emphasis is
on self-regulatory mechanisms, especially in the vertebrates, and
their adaptive significance. (F, Sp, Su) [II-NL]
1121 Introductory
Zoology Laboratory. Prerequisite: previous completion or concurrent
enrollment in 1114. Laboratory study of structure and development
of organ systems. Experiments on physiological process of selected
vertebrates and invertebrates. (F, Sp, Su) [II-LAB]
1203 The
Age of Dinosaurs (Crosslisted with Geology 1203). Introduction
to basic principles and theories in zoology (evolution, systematics,
vertebrate morphology and relationships) and geology (geologic
time, earth history, plate tectonics, sedimentation and stratigraphy),
focusing on the evolutionary history of Dinosauria. May not be
counted for major coursework in either department or for general
education requirements. (F) [II-NL]
2011 Critical
Evaluation of Biological Research. Prerequisite: 1114, 1121,
and 2012 or concurrent enrollment. Emphasis will be placed on understanding
the scientific method, how it applies to biological research, and
implications for biomedical issues. The course will also introduce
students to research in the four core areas of study in the Zoology
department (physiology, ecology and systematics, animal behavior,
and cellular, genetic, and developmental biology) while emphasizing
three basic themes in biology (homeostasis, biological diversity,
and evolution). (Sp)
2012 Foundations
in the Biomedical Sciences. Prerequisite: 1114, 1121. An introduction
to professional aspects of the biomedical sciences including basic
biostatistics and data interpretation, critical evaluation of scientific
literature, and discussion of case studies in biomedical ethics.
Emphasis will be placed on the medical relevance of important generalizing
themes in biology, including evolution, homeostasis, and biodiversity.
Critical thinking and evaluation of current issues in medicine
and medical research will be incorporated into class activities.
(Sp)
2094 Invertebrate
Zoology. Prerequisite: 1114 and 1121 or equivalent. A survey
of the invertebrate animals featuring their classification, morphology,
physiology, life history, ecology and evolution. Laboratory (Sp,
Su)
2102 Introduction
to Pharmacology (Crosslisted with Pharmacology at the Health Sciences
Center). Prerequisite: 1114 or equivalent. Introduction to
basic principles of pharmacology including: mechanisms of drug
action, absorption, distribution, metabolism, elimination and toxicology.
Students will discover how principles of chemistry can be utilized
with applied biology. (Sp)
2124 Human
Physiology. Prerequisite: 1114 and 1121 with a grade of C or
better; a course in chemistry or physics. May not be applied
for zoology major credit. Open only to majors in nursing, physical
therapy, physical education, and selected fields. Function of vertebrate
organ systems in homeostasis. Circulation, digestion, endocrine
and nervous control, metabolism, muscle action and respiration,
with emphasis on humans. Laboratory (F, Sp, Su)
2204 Comparative
Vertebrate Anatomy. Prerequisite: 1114 and 1121, or equivalent.
A study of the anatomy and evolutionary development of vertebrate
organ systems. Representative vertebrates are studied in laboratory. Laboratory (F)
2234 Introduction
to Human Anatomy. Prerequisite: 1114, 1121. An introduction
to the human body using the systemic approach (integumentary, skeletal,
muscular, cardiovascular, etc.). The course will use a lecture/lab
format with extensive use of models, videos, and computer-assisted
instruction as well as prosected cadavers. Not for zoology major
credit. (F-Irreg.)
2255 Human
Anatomy. Prerequisite: 1114 and 1121 with a grade of C or better,
sophomore standing, permission. May not be applied for zoology
major credit. Open only to majors in physical education, physical
therapy, nursing and selected fields. The development and gross
morphology of the human body and its systems. Laboratory dissection
of human cadavers. Laboratory (F, Sp)
2404 Ecology
and Environmental Quality (Crosslisted with Botany 2404). Prerequisite:
sophomore standing. Study of ecological principles and their applications
to human systems, study of population, air pollution, water pollution,
energy issues, etc. Laboratory exercises focus on learning scientific
methods of measurement of environmental quality factors. Laboratory (Sp)
[II-LAB]
2913 Introduction
to Quantitative Biology. Prerequisite: 1114, 1121, Mathematics
1523 or 1643 or higher, permission. The connections between basic
mathematics and how biological data are organized, tested, and
interpreted. Includes review of probability theory, introduction
to parametric and non-parametric biostatistics, fundamentals of
experimental design, and sketches of how optimality theory can
be used to generate biological questions. (Sp)
†G3013
Evolution. Prerequisite: eight hours of zoology and/or botany,
or five hours of zoology or botany and permission. Process of evolution.
Differentiation and natural selection in populations, the nature
of species, the origins of species, and evolution above the species
level. (F)
3043 Sensory
Functions (Crosslisted with Psychology 3043). Prerequisite:
1114 and 1121 or Psychology 1113. A comparative survey of the anatomy
and physiology of visual, auditory and olfactory systems, as related
to their biological significance. Topics covered include sensory
functions in communication, predator avoidance and prey capture.
(Irreg.)
3083 Animal
Behavior (Crosslisted with Psychology 3083). Prerequisite:
eight hours of zoology, including 1114 and 1121 or permission of
instructor. History, philosophy and methods of ethology; causation,
ontogeny, function, and evolution of behavior; orientation and
navigation; sociobiology. (F)
3092 Animal
Behavior Laboratory (Crosslisted with Psychology 3092). Prerequisite:
junior standing; concurrent or previous enrollment in 3083. Students
will conduct both laboratory and field experiments on various aspects
of animal behavior, including communication, foraging, parental
care and aggression. Laboratory (F)
†G3101
Principles of Physiology Lab. Prerequisite: 3103 or concurrent
enrollment. Provides students with an introduction to the methods
and procedures used in physiological research. Topics covered include
data acquisition, analysis and basic statistics, effects of temperature
on living systems, nervous system functions, muscle mechanics and
physiology, and studies of metabolic rates. In addition to hands-on
laboratory experience, library projects and written research papers
are used to introduce students to methods of scientific communication. Laboratory (F,
Sp)
†G3103
Principles of Physiology. Prerequisite: eight hours of zoology,
organic chemistry, Mathematics 1503 or equivalent, Physics 2424
or permission. Introduction to basic concepts of physiology; relation
of functions of organisms to physical and chemical principles,
and to the environment; discussion of experimental design, constituents
of tissues, energy, growth, homeostasis, cellular and organ functions.
(F, Sp)
3113 Cell
Biology (Crosslisted with Botany, Microbiology 3113). Prerequisite:
1114 or Botany 1114 and Chemistry 3013 or 3053. Introduction to
the cell as a unit of life. A chemical and physical comparison
of procaryotic and eucaryotic cells to include a discussion of
cell metabolism, types of metabolic regulation, and an analysis
of ultrastructure. Emphasis will be placed on the dynamic changes
in metabolism and ultrastructure which occur during the life of
a cell. (F, Sp)
†G3201
Animal Development Lab. Prerequisite: 3203 or concurrent enrollment.
Laboratory study of the development and embryology of a variety
of animals. Developmental concepts and mechanisms will be illustrated
through the use of prepared materials and hands-on experiments. Laboratory (F,
Sp)
†G3203
Animal Development. Prerequisite: 1114, 1121 and 3333. Study
of animal development from gamete formation through organogenesis
and postembryonic phases in different animal models. Concepts and
mechanisms at the tissue, cellular and molecular levels will supplement
descriptive analyses of development. (Sp)
†G3333
Genetics (Crosslisted with Botany 3333). Prerequisite: eight
hours of zoology or eight hours of botany, or five hours of zoology
or botany and permission. Principles of inheritance at gene, chromosome,
and population levels; nature of the genetic material and its involvement
in the determination of structure and function. No laboratory.
(F, Sp)
†G3342
Genetics Laboratory (Crosslisted with Botany 3342). Prerequisite:
3333 or concurrent enrollment, or equivalent. The demonstrations,
crosses and experiments are designed to illustrate various genetic
phenomena, including Mendelian laws, recombination, mutation, natural
and artificial selection, and interaction of genotype with environment.
The primary organism studied is Drosophila, with some use of corn,
Neurospora, and others. Laboratory (F)
†G3403
Principles of Ecology. Prerequisite: eight hours of zoology.
Patterns of environments and biological communities; the processes
maintaining these patterns. Laboratory (Sp)
3823 Physiology
of Exercise (Crosslisted with Health and Sport Sciences 3823). Prerequisite:
2124 or 3103 or equivalent, and permission. An introductory study
of the principles and concepts of exercise physiology. Theoretical
and scientifically established mechanisms are explored that explain
the body's response, adaptation, and concomitant regulation during
acute and chronic exercise. Applications presented in the clinical,
sport, occupational, and normal exercise settings. Focus is on
an understanding of the body's function from the cellular to systemic
level during exercise. An understanding of assessment and physical
training principles to explain health and performance is emphasized.
Specific factors that affect the physiological bases of human performance
are investigated. No zoology major credit. (Irreg.)
3960 Honors
Reading. 1 to 3 hours. Prerequisite: admission to Honors Program.
May be repeated; maximum credit six hours. Will consist of topics
designated by the instructor. The content will emphasize work not
presented in other courses. (F, Sp, Su)
3970 Honors
Seminar. 1 to 3 hours. Prerequisite: admission to Honors Program.
May be repeated; maximum credit six hours. Discussion of recent
and current research trends and significant developments in zoology.
(Irreg.)
3980 Honors
Research. 1 to 3 hours. Prerequisite: admission to Honors Program.
May be repeated; maximum credit six hours. Will provide an opportunity
for the gifted honors candidate to work at a special project under
the guidance of a professor in the student's field. Laboratory (F,
Sp, Su)
3990 Independent
Study. 1 to 3 hours. Prerequisite: one course in general area
to be studied; permission of instructor and department. May be
repeated; maximum credit six hours. Contracted independent study
for topic not currently offered in regularly scheduled courses.
Independent study may include library and/or laboratory research
and field projects. (F, Sp, Su)
G4034
Mammalogy. Prerequisite: eight hours of zoology, permission.
Classification, distribution and natural history of mammals with
emphasis on Oklahoma species. Mammals are collected and prepared
for scientific collections. Field trips. Some overnight camping. Laboratory (F
even-numbered years)
G4044
Ornithology. Prerequisite: eight hours of zoology, permission.
Biology of birds. Identification of birds in North America with
emphasis on Oklahoma; relationships, natural history and behavior
or birds. Field trips. Laboratory (Sp even-numbered years)
G4073 General Entomology. Prerequisite: eight
hours of zoology, 2094 recommended. Introduction to the world of insects.
Morphological and physiological adaptations; taxonomy, life histories,
and methods of collection. Field trips. Laboratory (F)
G4083
Herpetology. Prerequisite: eight hours of zoology, permission.
An introduction to the study of amphibians and reptiles. Taxonomy,
ecology, behavior and life histories of amphibians and reptiles,
with emphasis on local forms. Field trips. Laboratory (F)
G4093
Behavioral Ecology. Prerequisite: 3083 or permission. Interrelationship
of an animal's ecology and its behavior. Optimal foraging theory,
habitat selection, predator-prey adaptations, ecological constraints
on sexual selection and mating systems.
G4123
Vertebrate Physiology. Prerequisite: 3103 or equivalent. Physiological
function of vertebrate organ systems with emphasis on the processes
of adaptation and homeostasis. Topics covered are neurosensory
and motor functions, neuroendocrine function, digestion, metabolism
and thermoregulation, respiration, circulation, excretion and osmoregulation.
(F)
G4203
Mechanisms of Development (Slashlisted with 5203). Prerequisite:
3203, 3201, 3113, or permission. Advanced, laboratory-based course
which provides an in-depth analysis of selected topics in developmental
biology. Hands-on laboratory exercises, molecular biology techniques,
and use of the primary literature are emphasized. No student may
earn credit for both 4203 and 5203. Laboratory (F)
†G4213
Neurobehavioral Development. Prerequisite: 12 hours of biology
including 1114 and 1121. Specific developmental issues will be
discussed from both the behavioral and biological levels of analysis.
Cannot be taken for credit if 6213 has been previously taken. (Irreg.)
G4244
Animal Histology. Prerequisite: 3103, 3113 or 3203 or
permission. Structure and function of animal tissues with emphasis
on the cellular basis of tissue and organ function. Laboratory
emphasizes the identification of cells and tissues with the use
of the light microscope. Laboratory (Sp)
G4413
Tropical Ecology. Prerequisite: 3013 or 3083 or 3403. Focuses
on unique features of tropical ecosystems. Topics include: abiotic
features that give rise to tropical forests, gap dynamics, tropical
biodiversity, plant-animal interactions, value of tropical forests,
causes and consequences of tropical deforestation. (Irreg.)
G4462
Limnology. Prerequisite: 12 hours of biological sciences, eight
hours of chemistry, four hours of physics, or permission. An introduction
to the biology, chemistry, physics and geology of freshwater environments,
with emphasis on ecology. (F odd-numbered years)
G4472
Limnology Laboratory. Prerequisite: 4462 or concurrent enrollment,
or equivalent. Experience in the use of the basic limnological
methods and application of these methods to a variety of freshwater
environments. Field trips. Laboratory (F odd-numbered years)
G4493
Ichthyology. Prerequisite: eight hours of zoology. Taxonomy,
morphology, ecology and distribution of fishes, with emphasis on
those of the region. Laboratory (Sp every third year, some
Su)
4713 Introduction
to Nematology (Crosslisted with Botany, Microbiology 4713; Slashlisted
with 5713). Prerequisite: 12 hours of biology. Introduction
to field of nematology including nematodes of importance to human
and veterinary medicine, agriculture and the environment. No student
may earn credit for both 4713 and 5713. (Irreg.)
G4823
Physiological Basis of Animal Behavior. Prerequisite: 3103.
Covers the physiological and neurobiological processes underlying
behavioral activities such as vision, hearing, olfaction, learning,
communication, and reproduction. (Irreg.)
4833 Introduction
to the Neurosciences (Slashlisted with 5833). Prerequisite:
3103 or permission of instructor. Basic neurobiology, neuroanatomy,
sensory processing, movement, and neurobiology of behavior. No
student may earn credit for both 4833 and 5833. (Irreg.)
4843 Introduction
to Molecular Biology (Crosslisted with Botany, Microbiology; Slashlisted
with 5843). Prerequisite: 1114 or Microbiology 3813 and 3812,
or Zoology 1114 and one course in organic chemistry. Introduction
to the characteristics and biological functions of nucleic acids
and proteins in living cells with emphasis on nucleic acid replication,
transcription, translation and regulation; also emphasis on the
molecular aspects of microbial genetics—transformation, transduction
and conjugation; and emphasis on molecular immunology and genetic
engineering/recombinant DNA technology. No student may earn credit
for both 4843 and 5843. (F)
G4853
Neurobiology of Memory (Crosslisted with Psychology 4853). Prerequisite:
3103 or Psychology 3073. Advanced seminar dealing with current
research on how the nervous system responds to, and is changed
by, experience. Experience is broadly defined and may include learning,
maturation and/or pathology.
4863 Neural
Control of Movement (Slashlisted with 5863). Prerequisite:
eight hours of zoology including, 1114, 1121, or permission of
instructor. Introduction to neural control of movement through
reading and discussion of key original research articles from the
19th century to the present. Topics include localization of function,
sensory vs. central contributions, roles of single neurons, effects
of neuromodulators, and motor learning. No student may earn credit
for both 4863 and 5863. (F)
G4903
Computers and Programming in Biology. Prerequisite: twenty-four
hours of biology or permission. An introduction to the use of the
zoology department computer facilities: using statistics packages
to analyze data, text editors and formatters to write papers and
reports, graphics terminal for plotting, and beginning Fortran
and Basic for programming on the IBM 3081 and the Apple II microcomputer.
(Sp)
G4913
Quantitative Biology. Prerequisite: 12 hours of biological
sciences; a course in statistics recommended. Examination of problems
in deductive probability and inductive statistics. No laboratory.
(F)
4961 Undergraduate
Seminar. Prerequisite: 18 hours of zoology or permission of
instructor. May be repeated; maximum credit two hours. Survey of
current research programs in environmental biology, cell biology,
physiology, animal behavior and other fields presented in weekly
public seminars by visiting scholars and local experts in animal
biology. (F, Sp)
4970 Special
Topics in Zoology. 1 to 3 hours. Prerequisite: three courses
in general area to be studied; permission of instructor, department.
May be repeated with change of topic; maximum credit nine hours.
Seminar or special topic course; may include laboratory or field
work. (F, Sp, Su)
4983 Senior
Seminar. Prerequisite: 12 hours of zoology, senior standing.
An interdisciplinary approach will be used to synthesize ideas
from the major fields of zoology. Readings and discussion will
focus on contemporary social, ethical and economic issues. (F,
Sp) [V]
4990 Independent
Study. 1 to 3 hours. Prerequisite: three courses in general
area to be studied; permission of instructor and department. May
be repeated; maximum credit six hours. Contracted independent study
for topic not currently offered in regularly scheduled courses.
Independent study may include library and/or laboratory research
and field projects. (F, Sp, Su)
G5003
Zoogeography. Prerequisite: 12 hours of zoology or permission.
The determinants of animal distributions over the earth. Topics
include continental drift, dispersal, vicariance biogeography,
biogeographical provinces, mass extinctions, island biogeography,
distribution and abundance. No laboratory. (F odd-numbered years)
G5093
Evolutionary Ecology. Prerequisite: 12 hours of biology, including
3013, or permission. Study of ecological forces important in evolutionary
change in plants and animals. Evolution of sex, breeding systems,
life history, speciation, coevolution of animal/plant interactions.
(F even-numbered years)
G5153
Endocrine Physiology. Prerequisite: 3103; an intermediate physiology
course is strongly recommended. The embryology, anatomy and physiology
of hormonal secretions of the endocrine glands are discussed. Each
hormone is considered in terms of its chemistry; biosynthesis and
degradation; biochemical and physiological effects; interrelations
with other endocrine glands. Vertebrates and invertebrates are
compared. No laboratory. (F)
G5203
Mechanisms of Development (Slashlisted with 4203). Prerequisite:
3203, 3201, 3113, or permission. Advanced, laboratory-based course
which provides an in-depth analysis of selected topics in developmental
biology. Hands-on laboratory exercises, molecular biology techniques,
and use of the primary literature are emphasized. No student may
earn credit for both 4203 and 5203. Laboratory (F)
G5204
Vertebrate Paleobiology (Crosslisted with Geology 5204; Slashlisted
with 4204). Prerequisite: Zoology 1114, 1121, 2204; or
permission. Systematics, relationships, zoogeography and evolutionary
morphology of the major groups of vertebrates. Field trips. No
student may earn credit for both 4204 and 5204. Laboratory (Sp)
G5293
Cytology Ultrastructure (Crosslisted with Botany, Microbiology
5293). Prerequisite: 12 hours of biology. A descriptive survey
of bacterial, plant and animal cells. Emphasis will be given to
the ultrastructural morphology of cellular organelles and their
functional significance. (F)
G5333
Ecological Genetics. Prerequisite: 3333 required; 3013 recommended.
History of population and ecological genetics; genetic systems;
emphasis on experimental aspects of population genetics and measurement
of selection and levels of genetic variation in different ecological
situations; development of quantitative characters; genetic load;
drift; enzyme variation; chromosome variation. (Irreg.)
G5343
Developmental Genetics. Prerequisite: 3333. Covers the regulatory
control of development in simple viral and bacterial operons, but
emphasizes eukaryotic development and genetic organization. Topics
will include DNA and chromosome structure, intron processing, nuclear-cytoplasmic
interaction, pattern formation and aging. (Sp)
G5364
Transmission Electron Microscopy (Crosslisted with Botany, Microbiology
5364). Prerequisite: permission. Introduction to the theory
of transmission electron microscopy and practical instruction in
specimen preparation, ultramicrotomy, instrument operation, photography
and quantitative methods. Laboratory (F)
G5374
Scanning Electron Microscopy (Crosslisted with Botany, Chemical
Engineering, Microbiology 5374). Prerequisite: basic chemistry;
basic physics; demonstrated need; permission of instructor. Principles
of scanning electron microscopy combined with training in the operation
of the SEM and ancillary equipment. Students will be certified
in the operation of all equipment. Sample preparation on a variety
of samples and darkroom procedures will be performed. Independent
project with oral report and poster required. Laboratory
G5403
Population Ecology. Prerequisite: 3403, 4913 or equivalent.
History, demography, environmental factors, density-dependent factors,
genetics and population ecology, theories of population and community
organization (ideas of Elton, Williams, Preston, MacArthur, Smith,
Hairston, and Slodbodkin). No laboratory. (Sp even-numbered years)
G5413
Community Ecology. Prerequisite: 3403 and Mathematics 1743
or 1823, or permission. Theoretical and empirical study of the
structure and organization of natural communities. Topics include
competition, predation, disturbance, abiotic gradients, species
equilibria.
G5443
Physiological Ecology. Prerequisite: 12 hours of biology, including
a course in physiology and in ecology, or permission. A study of
the physiological adjustments made by animals to changes in their
external environment. (Sp)
G5483
Fish Ecology. Prerequisite: 12 hours of zoology, including
3403, or permission. Emphasizes fundamental ecology of freshwater
and marine fishes worldwide. Focus will be on the historical literature
and development of fish ecology, as well as modern comparative
and experimental approaches in distributional ecology, fish community
structure/function, abiotic and biotic interactions affecting fishes,
and direct and indirect effects of fishes in ecosystems. (Sp each
third year, Norman; Su on demand, Biological Station)
G5494
Biology of Fishes. Prerequisite: 12 hours of zoology, permission;
4462 recommended. Natural history and ecology of freshwater fishes.
Field trips. Laboratory (F odd-numbered years)
G5503
An Introduction to Fish Culture. Prerequisite: 12 hours of
biology, permission. Principles of warm water fish culture, practical
culture and field trips. Laboratory (F even-numbered years)
G5693
Fishery Management. Prerequisite: 4462, 5494 or permission
of instructor. Relationship of ecological principals to the management
of fisheries. Influence of physico-chemical factors in the environment
will be emphasized. A combination of field and laboratory exercises
will relate basic fishery biology techniques to applications in
management. (F, odd years)
G5703
Numerical Systematics. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
A consideration of the philosophical basis of systematic procedures
in biology and the numerical methods developed to deal with systematic
and taxonomic problems. Phenetic, cladistic and phyletic techniques
and philosophies will be explored and class members will conduct
projects designed to give them practical experience in analyzing
numerically, data from groups of organisms of special interest
to them. (Sp odd-numbered years)
G5713
Introduction to Nematology (Crosslisted with Botany, Microbiology
5713; Slashlisted with 4713). Prerequisite: 12 hours of biology.
Introduction to field of nematology including nematodes of importance
to human and veterinary medicine, agriculture and the environment.
No student may earn credit for both 4713 and 5713. (Irreg.)
G5833
Introduction to the Neurosciences (Slashlisted with 4833). Prerequisite:
3103 or permission of instructor. Basic neurobiology, neuroanatomy,
sensory processing, movement, and neurobiology of behavior. No
student may earn credit for both 4833 and 5833. (Irreg.)
G5843
Introduction to Molecular Biology (Crosslisted with Botany, Microbiology;
Slashlisted with 4843). Prerequisite: 1114 or Microbiology
3813 and 3812, or Zoology 1114 and one course in organic chemistry.
Introduction to the characteristics and biological functions of
nucleic acids and proteins in living cells with emphasis on nucleic
acid replication, transcription, translation and regulation; also
emphasis on the molecular aspects of microbial genetics—transformation,
transduction and conjugation; and emphasis on molecular immunology
and genetic engineering/recombinant DNA technology. No student
may earn credit for both 4843 and 5843. (F)
G5863
Neural Control of Movement (Slashlisted with 4863). Prerequisite:
eight hours of zoology including, 1114, 1121, or permission of
instructor. Introduction to neural control of movement through
reading and discussion of key original research articles from the
19th century to the present. Topics include localization of function,
sensory vs. central contributions, roles of single neurons, effects
of neuromodulators, and motor learning. No student may earn credit
for both 4863 and 5863. (F)
G5880
Graduate Project. 2 to 4 hours. Prerequisite: graduate standing
in zoology. For students in the nonthesis M.S. program in fisheries
biology. Students will undertake development, under the project
committee's direction, of a research project. (F, Sp, Su)
G5910
Problems in Natural Science (Crosslisted with Botany, Microbiology,
Physics 5910). 1 to 2 hours. Prerequisite: admission to candidacy
for the degree of Master of Natural Science. (F, Sp, Su)
G5970
Special Topics in Zoology. 1 to 3 hours. Prerequisite: three
courses in general area to be studied or permission of instructor.
May be repeated with change of topic; maximum credit 12 hours.
Special topic course; may include laboratory or field work. (Sp,
Su)
G5980
Research for Master's Thesis. Variable enrollment, two to nine
hours; maximum credit applicable toward degree, six hours. Laboratory (F,
Sp, Su)
G5990
Independent Study. 1 to 6 hours. Prerequisite: permission.
May be repeated in different fields; maximum credit 12 hours. Directed
readings. Written report required. No laboratory. (F, Sp, Su)
G6003
Ecological Modeling (Crosslisted with Botany and Microbiology 6003). Prerequisite:
one computer course, one course in ecology, or permission of instructor.
Trains students to use modeling tools in their research and to
gain greater ability to understand, appreciate, and criticize modeling
work. Students will learn general procedure and principles with
case studies of successful models in ecology and participate in
course projects to gain hands-on experience in model development.
(Irreg.)
G6012
Professional Aspects of Biology. Prerequisite: graduate standing
in biological sciences. Scientific writing, the process of publication,
literature retrieval and bibliographical procedures, research grant
proposals, professional job placement, scientific organization,
university and college organization and government, scientific
photography and illustrations, social responsibilities and professional
ethics for the biologist. (F)
G6083
Evolution of Social Behavior. Prerequisite: 3083 and permission
of instructor. History of sociobiological concepts; relationships
of ecology, ethology, and evolution. (F even-numbered years)
G6113
Neurobiology of Memory (Crosslisted with Psychology 6113). Prerequisite:
Psychology 5103 or graduate standing and permission of instructor.
Advanced seminar dealing with current research on how the nervous
system responds to, and is changed by experience. Experience is
broadly defined and may include learning, maturation, and/or pathology.
G6152
Methods in Endocrinology. Prerequisite: 5153 or concurrent
enrollment in 5153, permission. Experiments are designed to illustrate
the modern as well as classical techniques and instrumentations
used in endocrinology. Students are responsible for post-operative
care and treatment of animals. An individual problem is chosen
by each student. Laboratory (Sp)
G6213
Developmental Behavioral Neuroscience. Prerequisite: graduate
standing or permission of instructor. Discussion of specific developmental
issues from both the behavioral and neurobiological perspectives
of analysis. Can not be taken for credit if 4213 has been previously
taken. (Irreg.)
G6970
Seminar. 1 to 4 hours. Prerequisite: 15 hours of zoology, permission.
May be repeated; maximum credit 12 hours; no more than six hours
may be in any one field. No laboratory. (F, Sp, Su)
G6980
Research for Doctor's Dissertation. (F, Sp, Su)
Updated: July 5, 2003
