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A study of special topics in Biology. Requirements may include classroom study, field work, or a weekend field trip. Expenses for field trips will be shared by the participants.

Study of some basic principles common to all living things and a survey of the different types of organisms which are found in our world and which impact human life. Course is intended for students requiring a lab science but cannot be used as credit towards a biology major or minor.

A survey of the animal kingdom, including structure, physiology, heredity, and ecology of animals with an emphasis on the evolution of the organ systems. Laboratory fee.

A survey of the plant kingdom including morphology, physiology, ecology, and economic uses of plants. Laboratory fee.

Study of the structure and function of cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems including the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, circulatory, and reproductive. Laboratory fee.

A continuation of Biology 2440. Systems covered include the digestive, respiratory, excretory, nervous, and endocrine.

A study of flowering plants of Central Texas, emphasizing techniques of identification and classification, with herbarium and field work. Weekend field trip may be requried.

An introduction to the morphology and physiology of mirco-organisms with emphasis on bacteria, the principles of immunology, laboratory methods, and practical applications.

A study of the physical bases and principles of inheritance and variation in plants and animals, with an emphasis on the genetics of man.

A study of the mechanisms involved in the immune response. Emphasis on the structure and function of the components of the immune system, including humoral and cellular activity, complement, and hypersensitivity.

A general study of birds and their structure, food relations, nesting habits, seasonal distribution, migration, economic importance, and conservation, with field observations and special reference to Texas birds. Weekend field trips required.

A basic survey of the fundamental taxonomy, morphology, physiology, and ecology of the invertebrate taxa. One weekend field trip possible.

A study of the interrelationships between organisms and their environment. Emphasis on environmental characteristics, community structure, population dynamics, modes of reproduction and foraging, and inter- & intra-specific relations. The lab will provide students with the opportunity to test ecological concepts experimentally. Students will gain experience with basic statistics, computer spreadsheets and modeling.

Students majoring in Biology must complete the biology achievement examination prior to graduation. This exam should be taken during the senior year. Examination fee.

An introduction to research representing individual work of senior level. Conferences and laboratory work to be specified according to the subject at the discretion of the instructor.

Requirements include a literature search, oral presentation, and discussion on a relevant topic in Biology. May be repeated for credit.

Identification, life histories, distribution, and adaptations of vertebrate animals. Extensive field work and one weekend trip.

A study of the structure, function, reproduction, and biochemistry of eukaryotic cells and their organelles.

An introduction to the cell behavior and molecular pathways that control embryonic development. Several representative organisms, invertebrate and vertebrate, will be utilized along with an introduction to recent advances and techniques in developmental biology. Those techniques will be applied in the laboratory to study such organisms as planarians, sea urchins, and chickens.

A general study of the biotic and abiotic components of estuarine and marine systems, with emphasis on the Gulf Coast of Texas. Weekend field trip required.

An introduction to the taxonomy, ecology, morphology and behavior of amphibians and reptiles. Weekend field trip may be required.

Consists of an extended field trip to different ecological regions of the United States or Mexico with an emphasis on the geology, climate, flora, fauna, and culture of the area visited. Participants will be responsible for maintenance of expedition equipment and may collect and identify geological and biological specimens where appropriate. Natural History Expedition is not intended to be a substitute for those academic courses required of a major or for the teaching field in Biology. Enrollment will be limited and will require permission of the instructor. Expenses will be shared by participants. May be repeated for credit. Minimester and summer only.