Courses

Basic Human Anatomy (Biol 215) Syllabus: Introduction to anatomy using cadavers and anatomical models for investigations. Emphasis is given to the interrelationships of bones, muscles, nerves, and blood vessels from a regional approach. Specifically designed for students whom BIOL 203-204 is not accepted. (Fall)

Basic Mammalian Physiology (Biol 216) Syllabus: Introduction to physiology emphasizing homeostasis and interrelationships of body functions, cells to systems. Includes selected functional anatomy. Specifically designed for students in IU Allied Health programs, nursing, and physical education for whom BIOL 203-204 is not accepted. (Spring)

Vertebrate Biology (Biol 345): Vertebrate diversity and the manner in which species are designed for their particular lifestyles; the relatedness and origins of the major vertebrate taxa; the basic vertebrate body plan; adaptations for feeding and locomotion; natural history of selected vertebrates; current conservation issues regarding vertebrates. Field experiences will include two weekend day trips.

Students collecting data for their final lab project in physiology (Biol 216)

Molecular Ecology and Evolution (FNR 505): Lectures cover the genetic attributes of both conventional and contemporary molecular markers. Discussions focus primarily on the use of DNA-based markers to address issues in ecology and evolutionary biology (e.g. mating systems, systematics, and phylogeogrphy). Under development.

Special Assignments - Advanced Anatomy (Biol 295/595): Dissection of human cadavers for advanced study of anatomy. Working in a small team, participants improve technique, gain more detailed knowledge of human anatomy, and assist in the preparation of specimens for undergraduate anatomy and physiology courses in the Department of Biology.