University of Guelph 1997-98 Undergraduate Calendar

XII--Course Descriptions


Zoology

Department of Environmental Biology

Department of Zoology

92-102 The Animal Kingdom S,F,W(3-3)

This course provides an introduction to the animal kingdom from a comparative, evolutionary perspective. Topics for discussion include organic evolution, the diversity of animal life, and how animals have met the various challenges to their existence. Laboratory exercises complement the lecture material and are structured in a multi-media format that combines computerized modules with direct study and demonstration materials.

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92-150 Humans in the Natural World - a Zoological Perspective S,F,W(3-0)

This course will examine past and present human interactions with the natural world. It investigates both case studies of "the problem animal" and current issues of public debate which require scientific analysis from a zoological perspective. This course is designed for students outside science programs. It is not an acceptable course for students in the B.Sc. program.

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92-207 Invertebrate Zoology I W(2-3)

To provide a general knowledge of the biology, functional morphology and ecology of the invertebrates from protists to molluscs.

Prerequisites: 92-102.
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92-208 Invertebrate Zoology II W(2-3)

To provide a general knowledge of the biology, functional morphology and ecology of the invertebrates from annelids to the urochordates.

Prerequisites: 92-207.
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92-209 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy W(2-3)

Parade of the chordates; principles of comparative anatomy; detailed laboratory study of selected type vertebrates.

Prerequisites: 92-102.
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92-210 Developmental Biology F,W(2-3)

An introduction to animal development through the study of reproduction, early embryology, histogenesis, organogenesis, and morphogenesis. The roles of determination, differentiation, growth, morphogenesis, and pattern formation will be emphasized.

Prerequisites: 92-102.
Exclusions: 15-110.
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92-300 Comparative Histology F(2-3)

An introduction to the microscopic structure of the major organ systems of the vertebrate body. The study of epithelial, connective, muscular, and nervous tissues precedes examination of the comparative histology of the circulatory, nervous, digestive, integumentary, respiratory, excretory, reproductive, endocrine, and sensory systems of vertebrates. Students also learn the practical aspects of microtechnique.

Prerequisites: 92-209 or 92-209.
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92-301 Wild Life Parasitology F(2-3)

To provide an introduction to parasitology citing examples from the protozoans, helminths, and arthropods with particular reference to those in wild life, including fishes.

Prerequisites: 92-207.
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92-319 Comparative Animal Physiology F,W(3-3)

An introduction to physiological mechanisms in vertebrate and invertebrate animals from a comparative aspect; an emphasis will be placed on structure as related to function.

Prerequisites: 19-258.
Exclusions: 75-3941:2, 77-305, 98-305.
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92-344 Biology of Running Waters F(3-0)

Discussion of such current topics related to the biology of streams and rivers as stream classification, benthic production, drift, hyporheic distribution, running water as a continuum, regulated streams, case histories of larger rivers of the world, multiple use of rivers, etc.. Offered by the Department of Environmental Biology and the Department of Zoology.

Prerequisites: 15-345.
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92-350 Research in Zoology F(2-4)

The course introduces students to the fundamentals of research in zoology. The lectures deal with the different approaches to research problems, the interpretation of results, the structure of scientific papers, and the history of zoology. There is training in writing research proposals, designing experiments, and delivering a research seminar.

Prerequisites: 20 course credits including 89-204.
Corequisites: 89-205.
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92-402 Ichthyology F(2-3)

An introduction to the interrelationship of fossil and living taxa, and the fishes of the world with a special emphasis on the main Canadian and commercial forms, including detailed phyletic classification and evolution of fish-like vertebrates, their anatomical, morphological and selected ecological features.

Prerequisites: 15-345, 92-209.
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92-405 Natural Resources Policy F,W(3-0)

An analysis of how political, economic, social and scientific factors interact to determine the policy underlying management of renewable and non-renewable natural resources provincially, nationally and internationally. The course will analyze current policies pertaining to fisheries, wild life, forestry, energy, water, minerals, international treaties and accords. This course is offered to students in semester 7 or 8. Students in semester 6 may enrol only with the approval of the instructor.

Prerequisites: 30 course credits.
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92-407 Animal Behaviour F(3-0)

An introduction to the theories and principles of the behaviour of animals. The course will be a comparative study of learning, socialization, social interaction, and other components of animal behaviour. 92-334 recommended but not required.

Prerequisites: 1 of (a) 80-110, ( 80-241 or 80-341) or (b) 92-319.
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92-409 Ornithology F(2-3)

An introduction to the biology of birds. Structure and function will be discussed in relation to various aspects of avian biology including evolution, flight, migration, reproduction, behaviour, and distribution.

Prerequisites: 92-209.
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92-411 Principles of Fish and Wild Life Management F(3-0)

Presents ecological aspects of managing populations of fish, birds and mammals, evaluates techniques and rationale for current fisheries and wild life programmes . The course is not available to students in Fisheries, Wild Life, or Marine Biology programs.

Exclusions: 15-415.
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92-417 Experimental Comparative Animal Physiology W(2-3)

An experimental approach to the study of physiological mechanisms and adaptive responses to changes in the environment will be stressed. The focus of the course will be on laboratory exercises.

Prerequisites: 75-3941:2 or 77-305 or 92-319or 98-305.
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92-420 Cell Physiology F(3-0)

A broadly based biochemical examination of basic principles of cell physiology. Emphasis is placed on cellular communication including receptor function and signal transduction, ion transport particularly as it relates to metabolic regulation, cell Ph and volume regulation. Emphasis in the laboratory is placed on investigational techniques. (Offered in even-numbered years.)

Prerequisites: 1 of 75-395, 75-396, 75-315, 77-325, 77-328, 77-329, 92-319, 98-307, 98-308.
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92-424 Marine Biology I F(2-3)

Introduction to basic processes of primary and secondary production in the sea, the structure and dynamics of marine communities.

Prerequisites: 15-345.
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92-425 Marine Environment F(3-1)

Advanced considerations of the physical and chemical environment and the distribution of variables in the oceans. Principles of mixing processes and biogeochemical cycles.

Prerequisites: 15-345.
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92-426 Marine Biology II W(2-3)

Environmental adaptations of organisms inhabiting marine environments including the intertidal zone, polar seas and deep-sea hydrothermal vents, are examined as examples of temperature, pressure, salinity, desiccation and anoxia adaptation. Emphasis is placed on strategies of biochemical adaptation.

Prerequisites: 92-424.
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92-428 Mammalogy W(2-3)

An introduction to the orders of mammals on a world-wide basis, with detailed examination of Canadian species.

Prerequisites: 92-209.
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92-430 Marine Biology and Oceanography F(3-3)

An intensive two-week course held in late August or early September before classes commence for the fall semester. The course is held at the Huntsman Marine Science Centre, St. Andrews, New Brunswick. The ecology, behaviour, physiology, biochemistry, biomechanics of marine plants and animals will be studied as well as basic oceanographic techniques. Students will be able to familiarize themselves with the techniques and equipment involved in various branches of marine biology and oceanography. In addition to regular tuition fees, students are responsible for the cost of transportation to St. Andrews, and for charges levied by the Huntsman Marine Science Centre for room and board. These fees are paid to Student Finance and Awards of the University of Guelph. A department application form must be submitted for approval before course selection. The signature of the course coordinator is required to select the course. This course is listed in the Ontario Field Course program. This course must be recorded as part of your Fall course selection and tuition and compulsory fees will be calculated accordingly.

Prerequisites: 15-345, 92-207, 92-208.
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92-433 Environmental Biology of Fishes W(2-3)

A comparative examination of selected freshwater and marine fishes to illustrate the significance of environmental influences on life styles, behavioral patterns, physiological responses, population biology and community structure. The use of niche, habitat and ecotope concepts in defining the role of fishes in representative types of aquatic ecosystems.

Prerequisites: 92-402.
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92-435 Biology of Polluted Waters F(2-3)

A practical course in biology of disturbed waters, and toxicity of pollutants to aquatic life. Designed to familiarize students with the characteristics of polluted ecosystems, best methods of field survey, and procedures for toxicity tests.

Prerequisites: 15-345.
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92-439 Environmental Physiology F(3-0)

A study of the influence of environmental factors on metabolic and regulatory mechanisms in animals, and of adaptational strategies for survival in different environments.

Prerequisites: 1 of 75-395, 75-396, 77-315, 77-325, 92-319, 98-306, 98-307.
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92-440 Evolution F,W(3-0)

A comprehensive introduction to evolutionary biology, the historical development of the discipline, the extent and nature of genetic diversity, processes of selection and speciation, the origins of biotic diversity, and the implications of variation in breeding systems, genders, genome size and life history.

Prerequisites: 40-200.
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92-441 Field Ecology F(3-3)

A 12-day field course held in Algonquin Park, Ontario, during August. Students independently conduct and write reports about 2 research projects of their choice and design (in consultation with faculty members), on any of: vertebrate, invertebrate, or plant ecology, and/or behaviour, in terrestrial or aquatic habitats. Emphasis is placed upon students asking ecological questions, designing experiments, and then collecting data from intensive field work. There are no formal lectures, but an organizational meeting is held in the winter semester prior to the field course.The charge by the field station for room and board will be passed on to the student. Students are also responsible for their own transportation to and from the field station. A departmental application form must be submitted for approval at least 4 weeks prior to the last day of course selection for the Spring semester, and the signature of the course coordinator will be required to select the course. This course is listed in the Ontario Field Course program. This course must be recorded as part of your Fall course selection and tuition and compulsory fees will be calculated accordingly.

Prerequisites: 1 course credit in ecology,
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92-443 Herpetology F(2-3)

This course will serve as an introduction to the biology of amphibians and reptilians on a world-wide basis with emphasis on the evolutionary significance of these groups.

Prerequisites: 92-209.
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92-444 Mechanisms of Development W(3-0)

A study of the mechanisms which bring about animal development. The course deals with determination and differentiation, cell-cell interactions, pattern formation, growth and ageing, and evolution and development. (Offered in odd-numbered years.)

Prerequisites: 1 of 07-321, 15-110, 40-404, 40-407, 92-210, 98-304.
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92-447 Comparative Endocrinology F(3-0)

A study of the structure, function and evolution of endocrine glands and hormones, and the role of endocrines in integrating physiological functions in animals. The course is designed to familiarize biology students with current endocrine investigational methodology. (Offered in odd-numbered years.)

Prerequisites: 1 of 75-395, 75-396, 77-315, 77-325, 77-328, 77-329, 92-319, 98-306, 98-307, 98-308.
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92-450 Research Problems in Zoology I S,F,W(1-5)

The student will undertake a research project of either a practical or theoretical nature under the supervision of a member of the faculty. Students must make arrangements with both a faculty supervisor and the course coordinator at least one semester in advance and the signature of the course coordinator will be required to select the course. A departmental registration form must be obtained from the course coordinator and submitted not later than the second class day of the semester in which the project is to be completed.This course is open only to biology students in semesters 7 and 8.

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92-451 Research Problems in Zoology II S,F,W(1-5)

The student will undertake a research project of either a practical or theoretical nature under the supervision of one member of the faculty. Students must make arrangements with both a faculty supervisor and the course coordinator at least 1 semester in advance and the signature of the course coordinator will be required to select the course. A departmental registration form must be obtained from the course coordinator and submitted not later than the second class day of the semester in which the project is to be completed. This course is open only to biology students in semesters 7 and 8.

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92-4521/2 Research Problems in Zoology III S/F,F/W,W/S(1-5/1-5)

The student will undertake a research project of either a practical or theoretical nature under the supervision of one member of the faculty. Students must make arrangements with both a faculty supervisor and the course coordinator at least one semester in advance and the signature of the course coordinator will be required to select this course. A department registration form must be obtained from the course coordinator and submitted not later than the second class day of the semester in which the project is to begin. This is a two-semester course. When you select it you will be assigned to 92-4521 in the first semester and 92-4522 in the second semester. A grade will not be assigned to 92-4521 until 92-4522 has been completed.

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92-458 Field Biology F(3-3)

Students may apply for courses in the OUPFB (Ontario Universities Program in Field Biology). This program offers a diversity of two-week field courses in biological subjects ranging from the Arctic to the Tropics, microbes to mammals, and covering marine, freshwater and terrestrial habitats. Costs include food and lodging and may include transportation. Detailed information is available from the Department of Zoology. This course must be recorded as part of your Fall course selection and tuition and compulsory fees will be calculated accordingly.

Prerequisites: permission of the Zoology field course coordinator.
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92-459 Field Biology F(3-3)

Students may apply for courses in the OUPFB (Ontario Universities Program in Field Biology). This program offers a diversity of two-week field courses in biological subjects ranging from the Arctic to the Tropics, microbes to mammals, and covering marine, freshwater and terrestrial habitats. Costs include food and lodging and may include transportation. Detailed information is available from the Department of Zoology. This course must be recorded as part of your Fall course selection and tuition and compulsory fees will be calculated accordingly.

Prerequisites: permission of the Zoology field course coordinator.
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92-460 Tropical Zoology W(1-6)

The two-week field course provides an opportunity to study the flora and fauna of marine, freshwater and terrestrial environments of the tropics. Based at the Discovery Bay Marine Laboratory, Jamaica, W.I., the course includes lectures, field exercises and student projects. Signature of course coordinator is required for course selection. Students are responsible for costs of food, lodging and transportation. Detailed information is available from the Department of Zoology. (Offered in odd-numbered years.)This course is listed in the Ontario Field Course program. This course must be recorded as part of your Winter course selection and tuition and compulsory fees will be calculated accordingly.

Prerequisites: introductory biological science sequence, 1 course credit in ecology.
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92-461 Arctic Ecology F(1-6)

The two-week field course provides an opportunity to study the flora and fauna of marine, freshwater and terrestrial environments of the High Arctic. Based at the Igloolik Research Centre, the course includes lectures, field exercises and student projects. An information session is held in February; students are required to register before March 10. Signature of course coordinator is required for course selection. Students are responsible for cost of food and transportation to Igloolik. Detailed information is available from the Department of Zoology. (Offered in even-numbered years.) This course is listed in the Ontario Field Course program. This course must be recorded as part of your Fall course selection and tuition and compulsory fees will be calculated accordingly.

Prerequisites: 92-102, 1 course credit in Ecology.
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92-462 Fisheries Resource Evaluation and Management S(2-3)

This course will explore current practices and issues in marine fisheries resource evaluation and management, with an emphasis on pelagic and groundfish resources of Atlantic Canada. The course will comprise current methodology, case studies, and issues facing this rapidly changing resource. Lectures and tutorial sessions will be complemented by direct experience in different fisheries of the Bay of Fundy. This course is offered through the Huntsman Marine Science Centre, St.Andrews, N.B. and is listed in the Ontario Field Course program. There will be an additional fee for taking this course.

Prerequisites: 3 university courses in introductory biology, ecology and statistics.
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