Zoology (ZOO) for Majors

PR: BSC 2011, BSC 2011L, BSC 2010, BSC 2010L, CHM 2046, and CHM 2045

The origin, diversity, and adaptations of the vertebrates. Phylogenetic systematics (cladistics) will be used as the basis for determining evolutionary relationships of organisms. Monophyletic groupings provide a framework for examining behavior, physiology, and ecology in an explicit evolutionary context. Vertebrates common to Florida and the southeastern United States will be emphasized.

(*Note: May count towards Biology and Biology/Marine Majors; however, student must make up the 3000+level hours somewhere in the degree in order to meet 48 hour rule)

PR: BSC 2010, BSC 2010L, BSC 2011, BSC 2011L & CHM 2045, CHM 2046

An introduction to the major invertebrate groups, with emphasis on local forms. Fieldwork required. Lecture and laboratory.

PR: BSC 2010, BSC 2010L, BSC 2011, BSC 2011L & CHM 2045, CHM 2046

Old: ZOO 3323C

Anatomy of selected vertebrate types emphasizing evolutionary trends. Lecture and Laboratory

PR: CHM 2210, BSC 2011, BSC 2011L, BSC 2010, BSC 2010L, CHM 2046, and CHM 2045

Old: PCB 5235

Fundamentals of animal parasitology and parasitism, the biology of selected animal parasites, including those of major importance to man. Lec-lab

PR: (either PCB 3023, PCB 3043 or PCB 3063) & CHM 2210, BSC 2010, BSC 2010L, BSC 2011, BSC 2011L & CHM 2045, CHM 2046

An introduction to comparative animal behavior, with analysis of types of animal behavior, their function and evolutionary origin. Lecture only

PR: PCB 3023, BSC 2011, BSC 2011L, BSC 2010, BSC 2010L, CHM 2046, and CHM 2045

Structural and functional events involved in differentiation and morphogenesis. Lec.-lab.

(Note*: Students should not take both PCB 5256 Developmental Biology and ZOO 4603 Animal Embryology. If interested, must receive approval to take both and have both count towards degree)

PR: PCB 3023, PCB 3063 & CHM 2210. BSC 2010, BSC 2010L, BSC 2011, BSC 2011L & CHM 2045, CHM 2046

Comparative approach to the study of tissues and the relation of their structure and function. Lec-Lab

PR: Senior or GS in Biology; ZOO 3713C & CI.

PCB 4674 is suggested.

Evolution, systematics, structure, behavior, physiology, and ecology of fishes.

CR: ZOO 5456

Laboratory portion of Ichthyology relating to evolution, systematics, structure, behavior, physiology and ecology of fishes.

PR: CI.

Major aspects of amphibian and reptilian biology emphasizing fossil history, evolutionary morphology, sensory physiology, life history and reproductive behavior. Lec.-lab. Field trip.

PR: PCB 3043, senior standing, CI.

Investigation of energy flow, biogeochemical cycles, and community structure in marine environments. Lec.-lab.