BIOL348

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BIOL348

Animal Orientation and Migration BIOL348 FA

Crosslistings: NS&B348

Not Currently Offered

The orientation, navigation and migratory behaviors of animals from bacteria to vertebrates are examined from both mechanistic (how) and evolutionary (why) viewpoints. Readings and lecture/discussions will necessarily include material from each of the following disciplines: animal behavior, evolutionary biology, ecology and neurophysiology.

MAJOR READINGS

Book chapters, review articles and original
research reports on reserve in the Science Library.
Readings will average about 30-50 pages per week.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

One research paper, 1 or 2 student presentations and 1 final exam.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UG Credit: 1.00

Prerequisites: BIOL249 or BIOL245 or BIOL207 and NS&B213

Last Updated on MAR-22-1999

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