ZOOLOGY (ZOO–Arts and Science)

401/501 General Entomology (4)

Introductory study of insects. Prerequisite: ZOO 115 or 312 or equivalent. 2 Lec. 2 Lab.

403/503 Biology of Dinosaurs (4)

Introduction to the evolution, diversity, ecology, physiology, and behavior of dinosaurs and other Mesozoic organisms, with a consideration of the history of their discovery and study. The laboratory and museum field trip will emphasize the use of dinosaurs for teaching biological concepts. Prerequisite: teaching certification or 18 semester hours of biological science or permission of instructor.

405/505 Parasitology (4)

Principles of host-parasite interactions with an emphasis on the physiology, ecology, and evolution of protozoan, nematode, and flatworm parasites. 2 Lec. 2 Lab.

407/507 Ichthyology (4)

General biology of fishes: their systematics and taxonomy, anatomy, systemic physiology, ecology, zoogeography, and management. Laboratory includes methods of collection and identification; studies of selected structural, functional, and behavioral attributes of fishes; and four field trips. 2 Lec. 2 Lab.

408/508 Ornithology (4)

General biological principles of birds, their classification, evolution, adaptations, ecology, behavior, and relationship to humans. Prerequisite: two advanced courses in biological sciences or permission of instructor. 2 Lec. 2 Lab.

409/509 Herpetology (4)

Classification, speciation, morphological adaptations, mode of life, history, and ecology of amphibians and reptiles; emphasis on recent advances in the field. 2 Lec. 2 Lab.

422/522 Evolution and Biosystematics (3)

Detailed examination of evolutionary and biosystematic concepts that have promoted advances in understanding the origins, structure, function, behavior, and distribution of present-day organisms and taxa. Prerequisite: ZOO 342 or equivalent. Offered infrequently.

424/524 Biological Instrumentation (4)

Theory and application of modern biological instrumentation and techniques. Basic and advanced skills including use, maintenance and calibration of biological instruments. Prerequisites: B/M/Z 115/116 or equivalent, CHM 141/142 or equivalent.

431/531 Winter Biology (3)

Study of adaptations for survival and life in the winter environment with particular emphasis on effects of ice, snow, and low temperature. Prerequisite: ZOO 305 or equivalent or permission of instructor.

432/532 Zoology Field Study & Research (1-12; maximum 12)

Independent study involving individually-designed research on the field zoology of a specific geographic area or organism. Prerequisites: Students must have junior, senior, or graduate standing. Students must have taken the equivalent of 12 hours of Biology at the 200-level or above.

437/537 Field Methods in Population Ecology (1)

A seven and one half week Sprint course designed to introduce field and lab methods used to sample plant and animal populations and quantify interspecific competition. Prerequisite: a course in ecology.

442/542 Mechanisms of Animal Development (3)

Analysis of problems in animal development, including gametogenesis, cell lineage, organogenesis, cell proliferation, and pattern formation. Prerequisite: ZOO 202 and 342, or equivalent. Offered infrequently.

443/543 Molecular Cell Biology (3)

Microscopic structure, chemical composition, and function of cytoplasmic and nuclear components of animal, plant, and bacterial cells. Prerequisites: ZOO 203, ZOO 342 and organic chemistry.

444/544 Molecular Biology (3)

Emphasis on molecular biology of the gene and the molecular basis of gene action. Prerequisite: organic or physical chemistry and ZOO 342 or equivalent.

449/549 Biology of Cancer (3)

Study of cancer in animals at the molecular, cellular, and physiological levels. Causes, development, and treatment of cancer are examined as well as the characteristics of the 10 most common cancers in humans. Prerequisite: ZOO 203 or 443/543, 342, and organic chemistry.

452/552 Nerve and Muscle Physiology (4)

Study of nervous, muscular, and circulatory systems in a diversity of organisms (vertebrates and invertebrates). Experience with experimental techniques used to study these systems. Prerequisite: ZOO 305 and 202 or ZOO 203 or 342, CHM 242 or 332, or permission of instructor. 3 Lec. 1 Lab.

453/553 Animal Physiological Ecology (4)

Study of physiological and behavioral adaptations of organisms. Topics include discussions of flying, diving, and swimming adaptations as well as consideration of specific environments such as deserts, caves, and estuaries. Prerequisite: ZOO 204, 305, or equivalent, and permission of instructor. 3 Lec. 1 Lab.

454/554 Endocrinology (3)

Study of the role of chemical messengers and hormones from endocrine and neural origin, in control of physiological processes. Includes review and discussion of current techniques and methodologies in the literature. Prerequisite: ZOO 305 and CHM 241.

455/555 Endocrine Methodology (1)

Students learn techniques in endocrine and neuroendocrine research; analyze and present experimental results; and gain experience reviewing the primary literature. Concurrent course: ZOO 454/554.

456/556 Cardiopulmonary Physiology (4)

Physiology of cardiovascular and pulmonary systems in normal state, and some examples of abnormal states that illustrate control mechanisms. Integration of these two systems together and with other systems. Prerequisite: ZOO 305. 3 Lec. 1 Lab.

457/557 Neuroanatomy (3)

Study of structural and functional organization of the mammalian central nervous system. Emphasis on organization of and current methodologies used in study of major neuroanatomical pathways and neurotransmitters of mammalian brain and spinal cord. Includes computer-assisted imaging of brain structures and methods of data analysis. Prerequisite: ZOO 305.

458/558 Neuroanatomical Methods (1)

Students review basic brain anatomy and review techniques in neuroanatomical research. Students gain experience in data collection and analysis and neuroimaging methods. Concurrent course: ZOO 457 for ZOO 458; none for ZOO 558.

459/559 Methods in Neurophysiology (1)

Application of basic techniques in neurophysiological research. Includes collection, analysis, interpretation and presentation of experimental results and review of the primary literature. Prerequisites: ZOO 459: ZOO 305; ZOO 559: Graduate standing.

460/560 Principles of Animal Surgery (2)

Rationale, regulation, and techniques of animal use and surgery in research settings. Orientation for the use of any mammalian species in research. Undergraduates complete one protocol approval form using a Lab Animal Science article. Graduate students complete three written evaluations or critiques of animal proposals and articles. 1 Lec.

462/562 Environmental Toxicology and Risk Assessment (4)

Applied study of toxicology from the molecular to the ecosystem level of organization. Materials presented in the context of toxicology as an interdisciplinary, problem-solving science utilizing the principles of ecological risk assessment. Three hours of lecture and one hour of student-led discussion per week. Prerequisite: ZOO 204 and 305, or equivalent, and a year of organic chemistry or permission of instructor.

463/563 Limnology (4)

Physical, chemical, and biological characteristics of freshwater ecosystems. Prerequisite: ZOO 204 or equivalent, a year of chemistry, or permission of instructor. 3 Lec. 1 Lab.

464/564 Laboratory in Cell and Molecular Biology (3)

An in-depth, hands-on laboratory experience that supplements any of the 400 level cell, developmental, genetic, or molecular biology courses in zoology. Emphasis is on techniques used in modern cell and molecular biology.Prerequisites: Credit for or concurrent enrollment in ZOO 442/542, ZOO 443/543, ZOO 444/544, ZOO 449/549 or permission of instructor.

465/565 Animal Behavior (4)

Evolutionary approach to the study of animal behavior with emphasis upon the description, measurement, and interpretation of behavior of animals. Emphasizes a problem solving approach to help students understand how and why behavior influences the ways in which animals live and reproduce. Emphasizes examination of behavior using a combination of lectures, discussions, and laboratory experiences. Students gain experience in evaluating published scientific research as well as data gathered in lab exercises and an independent research project. Prerequisite: nine hours of advanced courses in biological science and a course in statistics or permission of instructor. 2 Lec. 2 Lab.

467/567 Conservation Biology (3)

Principles of ecology and organismal biology applicable to conservation of uncommon plant and animal populations or ecosystems as related to anthropogenic influences and relevant legislation. Prerequisites: An introductory course in biology and ZOO 204 or BOT 401 or equivalent.

469/569 Neurophysiology (3)

Study of the physiology of the central nervous system with emphasis on the cellular and molecular basis of signal transmission in the brain. Includes a review of current techniques and topics in the literature. Prerequisites: ZOO 469: ZOO 305 or equivalent; ZOO 569: graduate standing. Concurrent course: ZOO 469: ZOO 459; ZOO 569: none.

471/571 Molecular Physiology (3)

Emphasis on how modern biological techniques are applied to the understanding of molecular physiology in both the normal and abnormal disease states. Specific topics will be complemented with current literature to illustrate investigations into physiology at the cellular and molecular level. Prerequisites: ZOO 305 and a 200-level (or higher) course in molecular/cell biology.

481/581 Theory of Electron Microscopy (2)

Principles and theory of scanning and transmission electron microscopy and advanced microscopies.

482/582 Scanning Electron Microscopy Laboratory (2)

Practical course providing training in scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Sample preparation, SEM operation, darkroom work, manuscript preparation, and an individual research project. Co- or Prerequisite: BOT/ ZOO 481/581 and permission of instructor.

483/583 Transmission Electron Microscopy Laboratory (3)

Practical course in TEM: specimen preparation, microscope usage, data collection, and photographic plate preparation. Co- or Prerequisite: BOT/ ZOO 481/581 and permission of instructor.

497/597 Socio-Ecology of Primates (3)

Ethology and ecology of living prosimians, monkeys, and apes, from comparative and evolutionary perspectives, emphasizing field studies of natural populations. Prerequisite: junior or senior status; nine advanced hours in ZOO; for others, permission of instructor. Cross-listed with ATH 497/597.

498/598 Evolution of Human Behavior (3)

Ethology and ecology of Homo sapiens, from comparative and evolutionary perspectives, drawing on primatology, paleoanthropology, and sociocultural studies of traditional societies. Prerequisite: junior or senior status; nine advanced hours of ZOO; permission of instructor. Cross-listed with ATH 498/598.

601 Seminar for Zoology Graduate Students (1)

(Credit/no-credit only.) Introduction to methods of searching literature, preparation of audiovisual materials, preparation of grant applications and manuscripts, good teaching practices, and other aspects of the profession. Seminar for beginning graduate students in zoology.

605 Advanced Molecular Biology (3)

In-depth study of genome organization, rearrangement, replication, and expression in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells and their viruses, with an emphasis on regulatory mechanisms. Prerequisite: graduate status, a course in molecular genetics, biochemistry, or cell biology, and permission of instructor.

606 Advanced Cell Biology (3)

Advanced level study of molecular basis of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell structure/function relationships. Prerequisite: graduate status, course in molecular genetics, cell biology, or biochemistry, and permission of instructor.

620 Graduate Research (1-12; maximum 14)

Research or special problems in zoology.

621 Problems in Zoology II (1-12)

Continuation of research or special problems for graduate students during summer sessions.

630B Alpine Biology for Teachers (3)

This course follows GLG 699, Field Geology for Teachers. Plant and animal communities in northwestern Wyoming studied by lectures, field trips and lab study in an intensive two-week program at Timberline Ranch near Dubois, Wyoming. Prerequisite: GLG 699. Offered infrequently; summer only.

630C Field Entomology for Teachers (3)

Introduction to the biology and diversity of insects and related arthropods. Emphasis on methods of field study and the use of insects for teaching biological concepts. Prerequisite: teaching licensure or permission of instructor. Summer only.

630D Vertebrate Zoology for Teachers (4)

Identification, taxonomy, and life histories of vertebrate animals with emphasis on local fauna. Summer only.

630E Invertebrate Zoology for Teachers (4)

Identification, taxonomy, and life histories of invertebrate animals with emphasis on local fauna.

630G Evolution for Biology Teachers (3)

Emphasis is on Darwin and the origin of the species, evidence for evolution, creationist arguments, biology of speciation and related social issues. Prerequisites: Teaching certification or permission of instructor.

640 Mechanisms in Neurobiology (3)

Studies of the molecular mechanisms of action in the nervous system with a strong emphasis on current methodologies employed in the field. Prerequisite: Undergraduate degree in the biological sciences or psychology with physiology background (ZOO 305 or equivalent) or permission of instructor. Cross-listed with PSY 640.

649 Zoological Analytical Techniques (4)

Fundamental principles and techniques in the experimentation with and analysis of biologically important compounds. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Offered infrequently. 1 Lec. 3 Lab.

650 Seminar in Molecular Biology (1)

Discussion of current literature in molecular biology. Cross-listed with BOT, CHM, and MBI 650. Prerequisite: graduate standing.

671 Population and Community Ecology (4)

Principles and applications of population and community ecology: population dynamics, direct and indirect species interactions, food webs, and species diversity. Prerequisites: At least one course in general ecology. A course in calculus is recommended. Cross-listed with BOT/ MBI 671.

672 Ecosystem and Global Ecology (4)

Structure, dynamics and management of ecosystems and the biosphere, including food web interactions, nutrient cycling, ecosystem functioning, and biogeochemical cycles at local, regional and global scales. Prerequisites: At least one course in general ecology and general chemistry.

689 Pedagogy in Zoology for Graduate Students (1)

(Credit/no-credit only.) Introduction to teaching zoology for new graduate students.
Role of the graduate teaching assistant, teaching methodology and good teaching practices are covered. Prerequisite: acceptance into the department graduate program. Summer only.

698H Using Animals in the Classroom (2)

Provides instruction on how to maintain and use animals to illustrate diverse physiological, behavioral, and ecological principles in the classroom. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

700 Research for Master’s Thesis (1-12; maximum 12)

Research in zoology for those who successfully defend their master’s thesis proposal. Prerequisite: Undergraduate biological science major and related scientific subjects.

710 Advanced Seminar (1; maximum 4)

Discussion of current problems and literature. Credit/no credit only.

720 Doctoral Research (1-12; maximum 14)

Research performed by doctoral student prior to successful completion of doctoral comprehensive examination.

721 Graduate Research II (1-12)

Continuation of research or special problems requiring expertise equivalent to thesis research during summer sessions.

730 Current Topics in Ecology and Systematics (1-3; maximum 18)

850 Research for Doctoral Dissertation (1-16; minimum 16, maximum 60 depending on departmental requirements)

Research performed by doctoral student after successful completion of doctoral comprehensive examination.