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• BIO 468: Comparative Vertebrate Physiology

  4.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  Comparative physiology of fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals, with emphasis on organ-based homeostatic regulatory mechanisms. Prerequisite:    BIO 468 requires prerequisites of (BIO 111 or BIO 217) and BIO 211.
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• BIO 469: Human Physiology

  4.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  Theoretical and applied principles of the physiology of humans presented from an organ-system approach. Emphasis is placed on homeostatic regulatory mechanisms. Prerequisite:    BIO 469 requires prerequisites of BIO 210 and BIO 211 and CHE 232.
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• BIO 470: Population Biology

  3.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  A quantitative, second course in ecology, emphasizing distributional patterns and fluctuations in abundance of natural populations. Prerequisite:    BIO 470 requires prerequisites of BIO 270 and MAT 121 or MAT 125 and MAT 143 or MAT 145 or MAT 161.
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• BIO 471: Wetlands

  3.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  A course designed to provide practical experience in wetlands' classification, delineation, regulation, management, and mitigation practices. The abiotic and biotic characteristics of inland and coastal wetlands are emphasized.
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• BIO 473: Conservation Biology

  3.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  The application of basic biological and ecological principles for the preservation of biological diversity. Emphasis will be on understanding the threats to biodiversity, the values of biodiversity, and preservation strategies including ecological risk assessment and the management of endangered species, habitats, and ecosystems. Prerequisite:    BIO 473 requires prerequisites of BIO 111 or BIO 215 or BIO 217 and BIO 270.
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• BIO 474: Microbial Ecology

  4.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  Theory and application of modern microbial ecology. Lectures will focus on topics such as microbial communities, interactions with other organisms, biogeochemistry, and biotechnology. Prerequisite:    BIO 474 requires prerequisites of BIO 214 and BIO 270 and CHE 104.
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• BIO 475: Plant Communities

  3.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  A survey of ecological, morphological, and physiological strategies of plants from seed through adult stages. The integration of these strategies to explain the major plant communities of North America will be covered. Prerequisite:    BIO 475 requires a prerequisite of BIO 111 or BIO 215.
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• BIO 476: Freshwater Ecology

  3.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  The environmental and biological characteristics of freshwater. Emphasis is placed on field methods, water quality evaluation based on the interpretation of comprehensive datasets, and management strategies for lakes, ponds and streams. Prerequisite:    BIO 476 requires prerequisites of BIO 270 and CHE 104.
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• BIO 477: Entomology

  3.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  The structure, function, classification, economic importance, and biological significance of insects. Prerequisite:    BIO 477 requires a prerequisite of BIO 217 or BIO 387 or permission of instructor.
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• BIO 478: Plant Evolution

  3.00 Credits

  West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  
  Application of contemporary phylogenetic theory to explain the genesis of plant biodiversity. Origins of critical plant adaptations are explored with regard to time of origin, environmental conditions and ancestry. Prerequisite:    BIO 478 requires prerequisites of BIO 111 or BIO 215 and 12 credits of BIO major courses or permission of instructor.
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