Animal Physiology (325-0-01)

Instructors

Tracy M Hodgson
847/491-4823
Tech Institute, Room MG77

Meeting Info

Technological Institute L150: Mon, Wed, Fri 1:00PM - 1:50PM

Overview of class

Bio 325 is a lecture/group discussion course designed to explore advanced concepts regarding the physiology of the major organ systems, with an emphasis on comparisons between vertebrate groups, and between vertebrates and invertebrates.

Registration Requirements

Prerequisite: Students must have completed BIOL_SCI 217-0 or BIOL_SCI 310-0 to register for this course.

Learning Objectives

The main objective is to understand the major organ systems by examining their function in humans as compared to other groups of animals, and in the context of evolution and adaptation to the environment.

Teaching Method

Lecture plus group learning/discussion/problem solving activities in class.

Evaluation Method

3 open book exams - short answer, short essay, plus a 1 page summary of a small group discussion on a bioethical/environmental physiology topic discussed in class.

Class Materials (Required)

Animal Physiology by Hill 4th edition, available new, used, or as an electronic copy as a free download ISBN: 978-1605354712.

Class Attributes

Prerequisites apply, see description

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Prerequisite: Students must have completed BIOL_SCI 217-0 or BIOL_SCI 310-0 to register for this course.