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Zoology

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences


BSC 3402 Theory and Practice in the Biological Sciences
Credits: 2.
Presents the scientific method, in its many formulations, from historical, philosophical and sociological perspectives. Explores generation and presentation of data, formulation of hypotheses and theories, and dissemination of results. Also examines the ethical implication of biological research.

PCB 2050 Genes and Gender
Credits: 3.
Examines genetic studies of sex and gender. Includes central principles in genetics and discussion of the scientific method. Discusses topics such as chromosomal sex determination, genetic basis for sexual orientation, and evolution of gendered behaviors. Cross listed with WST 3930. Not a substitute for PCB 3063. May not be counted for credit toward a major in zoology. Offered spring odd-numbered years. (B)

PCB 3063 Genetics
Credits: 4; Prereq: BSC 2011 and 2011L with grades of at least C and general chemistry.
The fundamental properties of inheritance in eukaryotic organisms emphasizing examples in man. Basic concepts are developed for the nature, organization, transmission, expression, recombination and function of genetic materials and principles are derived for genetically characterizing populations. (B)

PCB 4044C General Ecology
Credits: 4; Prereq: BSC 2011 and 2011L with grades of at least C.
Ecological processes and organization in terrestrial and aquatic habitats. Laboratory and field exercises emphasize techniques of ecological analysis. (B)

PCB 4674 Evolution
Credits: 4; Prereq: BSC 2011 and 2011L with grades of at least C; Coreq: one semester of calculus. PCB 3063 recommended.
Processes and mechanisms of evolution, including population genetics, speciation, patterns of evolution and molecular evolution. (B)

PCB 4712 Comparative Biomechanics
Credits: 3; Prereq: BSC 2011 and 2011L with grades of at least C; PHY 2048, PHY 2053L, PCB 4674, and ZOO 3713C.
The aim of this course is to review physical principles governing the form and function of organisms.

PCB 4723C Physiology and Molecular Biology of Animals
Credits: 5; Prereq: BSC 2011/2011L, CHM 2046/2046L, and either PHY 2048/2048L or PHY 2053/2053L, all with a grade of at least C. PCB 3063 and PCB 4674 recommended.
Discussion of the processes and mechanisms of maintenance, activity and integration in animals, with emphasis on vertebrates. Laboratory experience in quantitative methods and techniques of physiological investigation.

ZOO 2203C Invertebrate Zoology
Credits: 4; Prereq: BSC 2011 and 2011L with grades of at least C, and PCB 4674 or instructor permission.
The structure, taxonomy, evolutionary relationships and life histories of the invertebrate animals. (B)

ZOO 2303C Vertebrate Zoology
Credits: 4; Prereq: BSC 2011 and 2011L with grades of at least C.
The evolution, taxonomy, ecology and behavior of vertebrates. Emphasis is on the adaptations of wild animals to their natural habitats. Laboratory will include field trips. (B)

ZOO 3513C Animal Behavior
Credits: 4; Prereq: BSC 2011 and 2011L with grades of at least C and PCB 4674.
The causes, origins and evolution of animal behavior emphasizing field observations and experiments on the behavior of a variety of animal groups. (B)

ZOO 3603C Evolutionary Developmental Biology
Credits: 4; Prereq: BSC 2011 and 2011L with grades of at least C.
Analysis of embryonic development, underlying genetic mechanisms and how these processes have driven the evolutionary diversification of animal body plans. (B)

ZOO 3713C Functional Vertebrate Anatomy
Credits: 4; Prereq: BSC 2011 and 2011L with grades of at least C.
The form and function of chordates accompanied by laboratory work dealing with a selected series of chordates. (B)

ZOO 4403C Field Problems in Marine Biology
Credits: 4 to 6; Prereq: BSC 2011 and 2011L with grades of at least C.
Survey of major marine taxa, systematics of local marine fauna and flora, with familiarization of the marine environment. Laboratory emphasizes field work and independent projects.

ZOO 4435 Comparative Biology of Birds and Mammals
Credits: 3; Prereq: BSC 2011 and 2011L with grades of at least C.
A comparison of the ecology, behavior, distribution and evolution of birds and mammals.

ZOO 4472C Avian Biology
Credits: 4; BSC 2011 and 2011L with grades of at least C, and PCB 4674 (recommended).
The basic biological characteristics of birds, which, as exceptionally unique flying vertebrates, are confronted with a spectrum of problems in terms of anatomy, physiology, behavior, migration and population ecology. (B)

ZOO 4905 Individual Studies in Zoology
Credits: 1 to 4; can be repeated for full credit. Prereq: BSC 2011 and 2011L with a grade of at least C and instructor permission.
Qualified students and the instructor concerned may choose a particular topic or problem for study.

ZOO 4926 Special Topics in Zoology
Credits: 1 to 4; can be repeated with change in content up to 8 credits. Prereq: BSC 2011 and 2011L with grades of at least C and instructor permission.
Lectures, conferences or laboratory sessions covering selected topics of current interest in zoology.

ZOO 4940 Practical Experience in Teaching Zoology
Credits: 2; Prereq: BSC 2011 and 2011L with grades of at least C, one zoology laboratory-based course, senior status and instructor permission.
Participation in teaching approved zoology courses with practical experience in instructional procedures, testing and grading, course and laboratory preparation and laboratory assistance. Cannot be used to satisfy minimum hour requirement for zoology major. (S-U)

ZOO 4950 Writing in the Biological Sciences
Credits: 3; Prereq: BSC 2010 and 2011 or the equivalent and composition course.
Principles of grammar, style and reader expectations applied to biological writing. These principles are elucidated as students analyze and edit excerpts from the biological literature. (C) (WR)

ZOO 4956 Overseas Studies
Credits: 1 to 18; can be repeated with change in topic up to 12 credits. Prereq: BSC 2011 and 2011L with grades of C and permission of undergraduate adviser.
This revolving topics course provides a mechanism by which course work taken abroad as part of an approved student program can be recorded on the transcript and counted toward UF graduation.

General Education Categories
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  • Biological Sciences (B)
  • Composition (C)
  • Diversity (D)*
  • Humanities (H)
  • International (N)*
  • Mathematics (M)
  • Physical Sciences (P)
  • Social and Behavioral Sciences (S)

* Students who entered UF prior to Summer B 2007 and/or whose catalog year is not 2007-08: Current students who have not already completed six hours of "I" - international/diversity credits can do so now by taking "D" and "N" courses.

Symbols Used in Course Descriptions

  • (WR) indicates the course satisfies the writing requirement.
  • (MR) indicates the course satisfies the math requirement.
  • (S-U) indicates the course may be taken on a satisfactory-unsatisfactory basis.
  • Refer to the Schedule of Courses for specific information.




General Education Categories
Consult Schedule of Courses for specific information.

* Students who entered UF prior to Summer B 2007 and/or whose catalog year is not 2007-08: Current students who have not already completed six hours of "I" - international/diversity credits can do so now by taking "D" and "N" courses.

Symbols Used in Course Descriptions

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