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BIOL 418 - Sensory Systems: Ecology, Evolution and Diversity

(3 units)
Overview of how organisms have evolved to sense the world around them and communicate with others. Covers basic mechanisms of vision, olfaction, gustation, and audition. Focus on sensory systems in an ecological and evolutionary context.

Prerequisite(s): BIOL 192  or NRES 217 ; BIOL 300 .

Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course:
1. Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of sensory mechanisms, as well as an understanding of their evolutionary history and function in an ecological context during a midterm and final, as well as in-class quizzes.
2. Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of how scientists in different areas of Biology study sensory systems from both mechanistic and functional perspectives.
3. Students will be able to demonstrate development of their critical thinking skills and oral communication skills by reading and discussing primary research literature and preparing a presentation.


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