BIOL 4030 - Physiological Ecology

4 hours (3;3)

Animals live within a diverse array of habitats, each characterized by its own physical and biological constraints varying in intensity, duration and periodicity. In this course, students will learn various ways in which animals have evolved to meet these challenges and thrive in the context of their natural environments (biotic and abiotic). Specifically, a survey of the physiological, behavioral and biochemical adaptations of animals to environmental factors, including temperature, oxygen, water, salinity, pH and toxic chemicals will be explored.

Recommended: Completion of Foundation Requirements for the declared Biological Sciences major and C or higher in either BIOL 2140/BIOL 2141 or BIOL 2251.

If major is outside of Biological Sciences, Foundation Requirements for the Biology, BA and C or higher in either BIOL 2140 /BIOL 2141 or BIOL 2251 must be completed. If these requirements are not met, department consent is required.

Meets with BIOL 5230.

May not be repeated for graduate credit as BIOL 5230.

Course specific fees (in addition to tuition and mandatory):
Academic (AF) per hour: $33.10; Lab (LF): $9.47