BIO2
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General Zoology
Meta-Major
STEM
Credits
5
Allow Pass/No Pass
No
Lecture Hours
54
Lab Hours
108
CalGETC Areas
Area 5B - Biological Science, Area 5C - Laboratory
Transfer Status
UC and CSU
C-ID
BIOL 140 with BIO 3
BIOL 135S with BIO1 and BIO 3
Course Description
An introduction to the study of animals and their diversity of form and function. An emphasis will be made on comparative morphology, physiology and behavior and on the application of evolutionary and ecological principles to animal populations. This course will also explore the historical development of animal sciences and current innovations in zoological research. Laboratory and field activities will introduce students to methods of systematics and ecological study and to the diversity of the animal groups.