Zoology (Z)
Z 349, *BIODIVERSITY: CAUSES, CONSEQUENCES, AND CONSERVATION, 3 Credits
The earth's biodiversity is a precious inheritance that is threatened by an unprecedented extinction crisis. This course examines the evolutionary and ecological processes that have created this unique diversity of life, the importance of biodiversity in maintaining the earth's ecosystems, and methods used to conserve biodiversity for future generations. (Bacc Core Course)
Attributes: CSGI – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Contemporary Global Issues
Equivalent to: BI 349
Available via Ecampus
Z 350, ANIMAL BEHAVIOR, 3 Credits
Concepts of behavior; sensory receptors, internal mechanisms governing responses; learning and habituation; social organization and communication.
Prerequisite: ((BI 211 with C- or better or BI 211H with C- or better) and (BI 212 [C-] or BI 212H [C-]) and (BI 213 [C-] or BI 213H [C-])) or ((BI 221 [C-] or BI 221H [C-]) and (BI 222 [C-] or BI 222H [C-]) and (BI 223 [C-] or BI 223H [C-])) or (BI 204 [C-] and BI 205 [C-] and BI 206 [C-])
Equivalent to: BI 350
Available via Ecampus
Z 361, INVERTEBRATE BIOLOGY, 3 Credits
Exploration of the diversity and evolutionary relationships among major invertebrate phyla with an emphasis on morphological features, functional aspects, and life history for each phylum.
Prerequisite: ((BI 211 with C- or better or BI 211H with C- or better) and (BI 212 [C-] or BI 212H [C-]) and (BI 213 [C-] or BI 213H [C-])) or ((BI 221 [C-] or BI 221H [C-]) and (BI 222 [C-] or BI 222H [C-]) and (BI 223 [C-] or BI 223H [C-])) or (BI 204 [C-] and BI 205 [C-] and BI 206 [C-])
Z 362, INVERTEBRATE BIOLOGY LABORATORY, 2 Credits
Morphology and anatomy of representative invertebrates introduced in Z 361; diversity within phyla. Study is by dissections and both microscopic and macroscopic examination; field trip fee. Lab fee. Lec/lab.
Prerequisite: ((BI 211 with C- or better or BI 211H with C- or better) and (BI 212 [C-] or BI 212H [C-]) and (BI 213 [C-] or BI 213H [C-])) or ((BI 221 [C-] or BI 221H [C-]) and (BI 222 [C-] or BI 222H [C-]) and (BI 223 [C-] or BI 223H [C-])) and Z 361 (may be taken concurrently) [C-]
Z 364, DIVERSITY OF LIFE: INVERTEBRATES, 5 Credits
Exploration of the diversity and evolutionary relationships among major invertebrate groups with an emphasis on building and interpreting phylogenetic trees as well as comparing and contrasting morphology, function, and life history within each group. Laboratory activities build scientific skills by exploring current hypotheses and tools for the study of invertebrate evolution.
Prerequisite: ((BI 211 with C- or better or BI 211H with C- or better) and (BI 212 [C-] or BI 212H [C-]) and (BI 213 [C-] or BI 213H [C-])) or ((BI 221 [C-] or BI 221H [C-]) and (BI 222 [C-] or BI 222H [C-]) and (BI 223 [C-] or BI 223H [C-])) or (BI 204 [C-] and BI 205 [C-] and BI 206 [C-])
Available via Ecampus
Z 365, BIOLOGY OF INSECTS, 4 Credits
Introductory study of insects, focusing on the biological attributes responsible for the success and dominance of insects and their relevance to human society. Explores insect taxonomy, morphology, behavior, ecology, conservation, and coevolutionary interrelationships.
Prerequisite: ((BI 211 with C- or better or BI 211H with C- or better) and (BI 212 [C-] or BI 212H [C-]) and (BI 213 [C-] or BI 213H [C-])) or ((BI 221 [C-] or BI 221H [C-]) and (BI 222 [C-] or BI 222H [C-]) and (BI 223 [C-] or BI 223H [C-])) or (BI 204 [C-] and BI 205 [C-] and BI 206 [C-])
Available via Ecampus
Z 371, VERTEBRATE BIOLOGY, 3 Credits
Overview of vertebrate origins and phylogeny integrating several disciplines (anatomy, ecology, genetics, developmental biology, physiology, behavior, and evolution) to explore the structural and functional adaptations and evolutionary history of vertebrates. Lec.
Prerequisite: ((BI 211 with C- or better or BI 211H with C- or better) and (BI 212 [C-] or BI 212H [C-]) and (BI 213 [C-] or BI 213H [C-])) or ((BI 221 [C-] or BI 221H [C-]) and (BI 222 [C-] or BI 222H [C-]) and (BI 223 [C-] or BI 223H [C-])) or (BI 204 [C-] and BI 205 [C-] and BI 206 [C-])
Recommended: Completion or concurrent enrollment in Z 372
Z 372, VERTEBRATE BIOLOGY LABORATORY, 2 Credits
Classification, identification, and natural history of vertebrates. Includes laboratory examination of specimens and frequent field trips (fee charged) emphasizing Oregon fauna. Lab fee.
Prerequisite: (( (BI 211 with C- or better or BI 211H with C- or better) and (BI 212 [C-] or BI 212H [C-]) and (BI 213 [C-] or BI 213H [C-])) or ((BI 221 [C-] or BI 221H [C-]) and (BI 222 [C-] or BI 222H [C-]) and (BI 223 [C-] or BI 223H [C-])) or (BI 204 [C-] and BI 205 [C-] and BI 206 [C-])) and Z 371 (may be taken concurrently) [D-]
Z 374, DIVERSITY OF LIFE: VERTEBRATES, 5 Credits
Examination of vertebrate origins and phylogeny, integrating several disciplines (molecular biology, anatomy, behavioral ecology, and evolution). Emphasizes critical thinking and the scientific process to explore the structural/functional adaptations and evolutionary history of vertebrates. Laboratory activities build scientific skills by exploring current hypotheses and tools for the study of vertebrate evolution.
Prerequisite: ((BI 211 with C- or better or BI 211H with C- or better) and (BI 212 [C-] or BI 212H [C-]) and (BI 213 [C-] or BI 213H [C-])) or ((BI 221 [C-] or BI 221H [C-]) and (BI 222 [C-] or BI 222H [C-]) and (BI 223 [C-] or BI 223H [C-])) or (BI 204 [C-] and BI 205 [C-] and BI 206 [C-])
Available via Ecampus
Z 422, COMPARATIVE/FUNCTIONAL VERTEBRATE ANATOMY, 5 Credits
Phylogenetically-based study of the form and function of vertebrate organ systems, including integumentary, musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary, digestive, and sensory. Lab emphasizes comparative form through dissection, and function through non-invasive experimentation. Lec/lab.
Prerequisite: ((BI 211 with C- or better or BI 211H with C- or better) and (BI 212 [C-] or BI 212H [C-]) and (BI 213 [C-] or BI 213H [C-])) or ((BI 221 [C-] or BI 221H [C-]) and (BI 222 [C-] or BI 222H [C-]) and (BI 223 [C-] or BI 223H [C-])) and (CH 332 (may be taken concurrently) [D-] or CH 335 (may be taken concurrently) [D-])
Z 423, ENVIRONMENTAL PHYSIOLOGY, 3 Credits
Comparative environmental physiology of animals with emphasis on adaptations to such aspects of the physical environment as temperature, water, ions, and gases. Consideration given to interactions between physiology and environment that influence the local and geographic distribution of animals.
Prerequisite: (( (BI 211 with C- or better or BI 211H with C- or better) and (BI 212 [C-] or BI 212H [C-]) and (BI 213 [C-] or BI 213H [C-])) or ((BI 221 [C-] or BI 221H [C-]) and (BI 222 [C-] or BI 222H [C-]) and (BI 223 [C-] or BI 223H [C-])) or (BI 204 [C-] and BI 205 [C-] and BI 206 [C-])) and (CH 123 [C-] or ((CH 233 [C-] or CH 233H [C-]) and (CH 263 [C-] or CH 263H [C-])) )
Available via Ecampus
Z 425, GENETICS AND DEVELOPMENT, 4 Credits
Explores animal development, including humans, and examines molecular, cellular, and genetic processes shaping it. Investigates embryonic development from fertilization to birth, encompassing organ formation and birth defect origins. Examines post-embryonic development, including regeneration, metamorphosis, gametogenesis, aging, cancer, and stem cells. Analyzes the relationship between environment, evolution, and development. Utilizes molecular genetic techniques and student projects to develop experimental investigations skills.
Prerequisite: (BI 311 with D- or better or BI 311H with D- or better) and (BI 314 [D-] or BI 314H [D-] or BB 314 [D-] or BB 314H [D-])
Z 431, VERTEBRATE PHYSIOLOGY I, 4 Credits
Systems/concepts covered include motor reflexes, autonomic nervous system, digestion/metabolism, renal and osmoregulatory, endocrine and reproductive systems.
Prerequisite: (( (BI 211 with C- or better or BI 211H with C- or better) and (BI 212 [C-] or BI 212H [C-]) and (BI 213 [C-] or BI 213H [C-])) or ((BI 221 [C-] or BI 221H [C-]) and (BI 222 [C-] or BI 222H [C-]) and (BI 223 [C-] or BI 223H [C-])) ) and (CH 332 (may be taken concurrently) [C-] or CH 335 (may be taken concurrently) [C-])
Z 432, VERTEBRATE PHYSIOLOGY II, 3 Credits
Systems/concepts covered include blood, immune, lymphatic, cardiovascular, and pulmonary.
Prerequisite: Z 431 with C- or better
Z 438, BEHAVIORAL NEUROBIOLOGY, 3 Credits
An introduction to the neurobiological basis of animal behavior. Examines behavior in the context of sensory physiology, motor control, neural circuity, and cellular processes.
Prerequisite: (( (BI 211 with C- or better or BI 211H with C- or better) and (BI 212 [C-] or BI 212H [C-]) and (BI 213 [C-] or BI 213H [C-])) or ((BI 221 [C-] or BI 221H [C-]) and (BI 222 [C-] or BI 222H [C-]) and (BI 223 [C-] or BI 223H [C-])) or (BI 204 [C-] and BI 205 [C-] and BI 206 [C-])) and (CH 123 [C-] or (CH 233 [C-] or CH 233H [C-]) and (CH 263 [C-] or CH 263H [C-]))
Z 442, VERTEBRATE PHYSIOLOGY LABORATORY, 2 Credits
Experiments and exercises in vertebrate physiology covering systems studied in Z 431 and Z 432. Available to Biology majors. Lab fee.
Prerequisite: Z 431 with C- or better and Z 432 (may be taken concurrently) [C-]
Z 461, MARINE AND ESTUARINE INVERTEBRATE ZOOLOGY, 4 Credits
Comparative survey of eight major invertebrate phyla and many lesser-known phyla. Areas of emphasis will be 1) invertebrate identification, 2) natural history (diversity, habitat, feeding, behavior), and 3) comparative anatomy (adaptive significance of morphological structures). Laboratories and field trips will strongly supplement lecture material. Lec/lab. Taught at Hatfield Marine Science Center.
Prerequisite: ((BI 211 with C- or better or BI 211H with C- or better) and (BI 212 [C-] or BI 212H [C-]) and (BI 213 [C-] or BI 213H [C-])) or ((BI 221 [C-] or BI 221H [C-]) and (BI 222 [C-] or BI 222H [C-]) and (BI 223 [C-] or BI 223H [C-])) or (BI 204 [C-] and BI 205 [C-] and BI 206 [C-])
Z 473, HERPETOLOGY, 4 Credits
Exploration of global herpetofauna focusing on taxa of the Pacific Northwest of North America. Identification and natural history of amphibians and reptiles are emphasized, along with a phylogenetic framework, to explore and discuss ideas involving their behavior, evolution, ecology, and conservation. Student projects examine important topics in the field.
Prerequisite: ((BI 211 with C- or better or BI 211H with C- or better) and (BI 212 [C-] or BI 212H [C-]) and (BI 213 [C-] or BI 213H [C-])) or ((BI 221 [C-] or BI 221H [C-]) and (BI 222 [C-] or BI 222H [C-]) and (BI 223 [C-] or BI 223H [C-])) or (BI 204 [C-] and BI 205 [C-] and BI 206 [C-])
Available via Ecampus
Z 477, AQUATIC ENTOMOLOGY, 4 Credits
Biology, ecology, collection, and identification of aquatic insects. Two required Saturday field trips. Not offered every year.
Prerequisite: ((BI 211 with C- or better or BI 211H with C- or better) and (BI 212 [C-] or BI 212H [C-]) and (BI 213 [C-] or BI 213H [C-])) or ((BI 221 [C-] or BI 221H [C-]) and (BI 222 [C-] or BI 222H [C-]) and (BI 223 [C-] or BI 223H [C-])) or (BI 204 [C-] and BI 205 [C-] and BI 206 [C-])