HON 3015 HONORS: ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY
This course studies functional adaptations in selected vertebrates and invertebrates which are necessary to maintain homeostasis and promote survival . Emphasis is placed on the role of the nervous and endocrine systems in organismic regulation. Lab exercises study cell permeability and metabolism, and use computerized recording equipment to record muscle contractions. Pedagogy in the lab is based on inquiry-based, collaborative approach to conducting and reporting investigations. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of C in BIO 1040 or 1140 and a minimum grade of C in CHM 1520. An anatomy course is recommended.