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.