4.00 Credits
An overview of the vertebrate Class Mammalia, this course is designed to help the student develop a basic understanding of the anatomy, diversity, ecology, fossil record, and geographical distributions of mammals. Students will be exposed to the modern and fossil mammals of the world ' with a focus on the regional fauna ' through a combination of classroom discussion, lecture, laboratory work with preserved specimens, field trips, and field work.
Prerequisite:
BIOL114 AND BIOL115 AND BIOL200