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• BIO 464: Freshwater Invertebrate Zoology

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course will survey the ecology, evolution, and conservation of the invertebrate phyla, with a focus on freshwater invertebrates. This will be a practical course intended for anyone with an interest in aquatic ecology and environmental assessment. Lab will emphasize the collection and identification of Pennsylvania taxa and their use in bioassessment of freshwater habitats. Graduate students will complete additional course requirements. Two hours lecture and two hours lab/week. This course is available for graduate credit Prerequisite:    (BIO 162 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C AND BIO 242 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C) OR GPRE FOR MIN. SCORE OF 1
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• BIO 483: Wildlife and Fisheries Management

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Applies biological and ecological concepts to the practical management of fisheries and wildlife populations. This course addresses the history and principles of conservation and resource management, key legislation, and current public policy issues related to fisheries and wildlife management. Lab includes sampling methods, case studies, use of population and harvest models, and field meetings with wildlife and fisheries professionals. Two hours lecture and two hours lab/week. This course is available for graduate credit. Prerequisite:    (BIO 161 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C AND BIO 162 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C AND BIO 242 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF C) OR GPRE FOR MIN. SCORE OF 1
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• BIO 485: Biological Microscopy and Imaging

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Covers principles and techniques in macrophotography, light microscopy, especially micro-photography and videography, and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Includes specimen handling and preparation including basic theory and practice in fixation, dehydration, dark room techniques, and computer imaging. Perform basic maintenance and alignment of the SEM. Research project required. Graduate students required to complete additional course requirements. Two hours lecture and two hours lab/week. Prerequisite: Upper division or graduate standing. (Offered spring semester, odd years). This class is available for graduate credit.
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• BIO 491: Selected Topics in Biology

  1.00 - 3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by regular courses. This class is available for graduate credit.
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• BIO 492: Selected Topics in Biology

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by regular courses. This class is available for graduate credit.
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• BIO 494: Field Research Techniques

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Overview of methods for investigating biological field problems. Students will learn to use a variety of techniques in field conditions. Collection, analyses, and interpretation of data will be emphasized. Methods applied in current professional literature will be discussed. Graduate students will be required to complete an independent project culminating in a written report. Prerequisite: Graduate or upper division standing. This class is available for graduate credit.
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• BIO 495: Selected Topics in Biology

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by regular courses. This class is available for graduate credit.
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• BIO 496: Selected Topics in Biology

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by regular courses. This class is available for graduate credit.
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• BIO 497: Selected Topics in Biology

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by regular courses. This class is available for graduate credit.
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• BIO 498: Selected Topics in Biology

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental major interest not covered by regular courses. This class is available for graduate credit.
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