Zoology

ZO 515. VERTEBRATE STRUCTURE AND DEVELOPMENT 3 HRS. (Prerequisite, ZO 215 or ZO 362 or equivalent. ZO 516 must be taken concurrently.) An integrated course in vertebrate embryology and comparative anatomy. Lecture and discussion on germ layer development, organogenesis, fetalmaternal relationships, and adult anatomy of selected vertebrate systems.

ZO 516. VERTEBRATE STRUCTURE AND DEVELOPMENT LAB 2 HRS. (Corequisite, concurrent with ZO 515.) Laboratory work to accompany ZO 515. Dissection of the adult dogfish shark and a representative mammal. Study of the developing chick embryo.

ZO 520. NEUROBIOLOGY 3 HRS. (Prerequisite, CH 370/371.) Basic anatomy and physiology of nerve cells and the mammalian nervous system, with attention to processes involved in behavior. Special emphasis on neural pathways and mechanisms underlying sensory perception, motor coordination, and such mental functions as sleep, motivation, emotion, learning, and memory.

ZO 521. NEUROBIOLOGY LAB 2 HRS. (Prerequisites: ZO 520 must be taken concurrently). In this course we examine several of the advanced techniques for performing cellular neurophysiology. The techniques examined will include extracellular recording, intracellular recording, voltage clamp, iontophoretic and pressure injections into cells, brain slice recordings, optical recordings of fluorescent ion-sensitive dyes, and immunocytochemistry. .

ZO 530. ANIMAL BEHAVIOR 3 HRS. (Prerequisite, ZO 214/215 or equivalent, EB 480 or equivalent a co- or prerequisite. Zo 531 must be taken concurrently.) Study of the evolution, mechanisms, types and results of behavior. Emphasis on vertebrate animals, particularly concerning social organization, communication, and behavioral ecology. Lectures, films, and slides.

ZO 531. ANIMAL BEHAVIOR LAB 1 HRS. (Prerequisites, ZO 214/215 or equivalent; EB 480 or equivalent a co- or prerequisite. ZO 530 must be taken concurrently.) Field and laboratory experiences which investigate and illustrate the principles of animal behavior.

ZO 546. INVERTEBRATE ZOOLOGY 3 HRS. (Prerequisite, ZO 214/215 and concurrent with ZO 547.) Lectures and discussions of the possible phylogenetic relationships between invertebrate phyla, comparisons of adaptations for accomplishing the basic life functions of animals.

ZO 547. INVERTEBRATE ZOOLOGY LAB 1 HR. (Prerequisite, concurrent with ZO 546.) A comparison of the distinguishing morphological and anatomical characteristics of invertebrate phyla and classes. Emphasis on recognition of major taxonomic units; taxonomy and ecology of local invertebrate fauna.

ZO 556. NATURAL HISTORY OF VERTEBRATES 3 HRS. (Prerequisite, ZO 214, ZO 215, and EB 480, or permission of instructor. Must be taken concurrently with ZO 557.) Lectures, discussions and assigned reading on phylogeny, evolution, classification, distribution, and ecology of vertebrates.

ZO 557. NATURAL HISTORY OF VERTEBRATES LAB 1 HRS. (Prerequisite, ZO 214, ZO 215, and EB 480, or permission of the instructor.) Field and laboratory identification and natural history of local vertebrates and the most common forms elsewhere in the United States. This course must be taken concurrently with ZO 556.

ZO 565. HISTOLOGY 2 HRS. (Prerequisites, Ch 370/371.  ZO 566 must be taken concurrently.) A consideration of Human Histology including cells, tissues, and organs, with an emphasis on the correlation between structure and function.

ZO 566. HISTOLOGY LAB 2 HRS. (Prerequisite, concurrent with ZO 565.) A microscopic consideration of mammalian (human, if available) cells, tissues, and organs.

ZO 570. MAMMALIAN PHYSIOLOGY 3 HRS. (Prerequisite, CH 370/371.) A course designed for biology majors and others preparing for health professions. Lectures are concerned with the functions and mechanisms of the digestive, endocrine, neuromuscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, and central nervous systems.

ZO 590. PARASITOLOGY 2 HRS. (Prerequisite, CH 370/371.  ZO 591 must be taken concurrently.) Characteristics, distribution, and life histories of protozoans, helminths, and arthropods important in the causing and transmission of diseases, with emphasis upon those affecting humans.

ZO 591. PARASITOLOGY LAB 2 HRS. (Prerequisite, Must be taken concurrently with ZO 590.) Identification of the more important protozoan, helminth, and arthropod parasites. Selected life histories, involving live hosts. Recovery, fixation, staining, and mounting of parasites, with emphasis upon those affecting vertebrates of the area.

ZO 717. COMPARATIVE ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY 3 HRS. (Prerequisite, CH 370/371.) An advanced physiology course which focuses on the functions and mechanisms of the endocrine, nervous, digestive, cardiovascular, respiratory, and excretory systems. A compartive approach is used to examine both invertebrate and vertebrate animals.

ZO 760. ENDOCRINOLOGY 3 HRS. (Prerequisites, CH 370/371.) Structure and function of the major endocrine glands in vertebrates. The chemistry and physiology of the hormones secreted by each gland are discussed, as well as the physiology of target tissues, regulation of hormone secretion, and possible mechanisms of hormone action.

ZO 762. ENVIRONMENTAL PHYSIOLOGY 3 HRS. (Prerequisites, ZO 214/215 and CH 370/371, or consent of insructor.) The study of the influence of environmental factors on physiological systems, primarily of vertebrates. Photoperiodism, biological rhythms, temperature adaptations, altitude and diving pressure adaptations, reproduction, water regulation and excretion, and control and coordination by nervous and endocrine systems will be discussed. Emphasis will be upon physiological, as well as behavioral, mechanisms which allow animals to survive in the Earth's various habitats.

ZO 809. GRADUATE PROJECT IN ZOOLOGY 1-3 HRS. (Prerequisite, consent of instructor.) The student works independently, with the aid and advice of one or more members of the staff, on a project in which he/she has some interest or competence.

ZO 840. ENTOMOLOGY 2 HRS. (Prerequisites, ZO 214 and ZO 215 and equivalents, and EB 480. ZO 841 must be taken concurrently.) Biological relationships of insects. Insect morphology, physiology, ecology and classification. Metamorphosis and development of insects. Economic aspects of entomology.

ZO 841. ENTOMOLOGY LAB 2 HRS. (Prerequisite, concurrent with ZO 840.) Morphology, physiology, and behavior studies. Collection and identification of insects.

ZO 859. SPECIAL TOPICS IN ZOOLOGY 1-4 HRS. (Prerequisite, consent of instructor.) Courses taught on demand to provide in-depth consideration of specialized topics in the various areas of zoology.

ZO 872. ICHTHYOLOGY 2 HRS. (Prerequisite, ZO 214/215 or equivalent. EB 480 or equivalent prerequisite or co-requisite. ZO 873 must be taken concurrently.) Study of the structure, function, diversity, systematics, and ecology of fishes of the world.

ZO 873. ICHTHYOLOGY LABORATORY 2 HRS. (Prerequisite, ZO 214/215 or equivalent. EB 480 or equivalent prerequisite or co-requisite. ZO 872 must be taken concurrently.) Field and laboratory techniques for collecting and preserving fishes. Identification of fishes in Kansas and representative fishes of the world. Study of the biology and ecology of fishes inhabiting local waters.

ZO 880. ORNITHOLOGY 3 HRS. (Prerequisites, ZO 214/215 or equivalent; EB 480 or equivalent a co- or prerequisite. ZO 881 must be taken concurrently.) Study of the structure, evolution, behavior, ecology, and conservation of birds of the world. Lectures, films, and slides.

ZO 881. ORNITHOLOGY LAB 1 HR. (Prerequisites, ZO 214/215 or equivalent; EB 480 or equivalent a co-or prerequisite. ZO 880 must be taken concurrently.) Study of birds, with emphasis on field identification of Great Plains birds by song and sight. Laboratory work and field trips.

ZO 885. GRADUATE RESEARCH IN ZOOLOGY 2-3 HRS. (Prerequisite, graduate standing and at least three hours credit in graduate-level independent study.) Investigation of problems in zoology by students who have demonstrated research ability at the graduate level.

ZO 890. MAMMOLOGY 3 HRS. (Prerequisite, ZO 214/215 or equivalent; EB 480 or equivalent a co- or prerequisite. ZO 891 must be taken concurrently.) Study of the structure, evolution, behavior, ecology, and conservation of mammals of the world. Lectures, films, and slides.

ZO 891. MAMMALOGY LAB 1 HR. (Prerequisites, ZO 214/215 or equivalent; EB 480 or equivalent a co- or prerequisite. ZO 890 must be taken concurrently.) Study of mammals, with emphasis on field identification of Great Plains species. Laboratory work and field trips.

Last Updated June 3, 2009