• ZOO 4390: Environmental Tox

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Explores the disciplines of aquatic and wildlife toxicology from environmental, chemical, and regulatory perspectives. Emphasis on standard environmental toxicology testing methods, field studies, statistical analysis, and mechanistic principles, with discussions of contemporary issues in the field. Dual listed with ZOO 5390. Prerequisites: LIFE 3400, CHEM 1030, STAT 2050.
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• ZOO 4400: Population Ecology

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Explores quantitative ecology of animal populations, emphasizing theoretical and empirical work. Provides modern coverage of principles of population ecology for wildlife majors and others who expect to deal with ecological problems in their careers. Dual listed with ZOO 5400. Prerequisites: LIFE 1010, 2400 and STAT 2050.
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• ZOO 4410: Ecological Modeling

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Modeling of ecological processes including population and metapopulation dynamics and ecosystem processes. Theoretical approaches will be complemented with use of computer software packages and empirical applications in management, conservation and basic research. Dual listed with ZOO 5410. Prerequisite: ZOO 4400, BIOL 1010, 2400 or consent of instructor. (Normally offered fall semester of odd-numbered years)
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• ZOO 4415: Behavioral Ecology

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Behavioral ecology applies empirical and theoretical approaches to ecological and evolutionary underpinnings for behaviors ranging from foraging and predation to social grouping and mating systems. Emphasizes comparative analyses (what phylogenetic patterns exist across diverse species?) as well as genetic/fitness benefits (how do individuals benefit from apparently puzzling behaviors?). Dual listed with ZOO 5415. Prerequisite: ZOO 3600 or LIFE 3400 or permission of the instructor.
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• ZOO 4420: Conservation Biology

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Addresses the broadest environmental issues facing society (habitat loss, invasion, overexploitation) and the mechanisms driving them, with particular attention to the Intermountain West. Through computer exercises, students also learn how to evaluate conservation efforts and make management recommendations. Cross listed with BOT & ENR 4420. Prerequisites: LIFE 3400 and one of the following: ENR 3500, STAT 2050, or STAT 2070.
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• ZOO 4425: Genetic Markers

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Overview of the use of genetic, molecular markers for the analysis of natural populations of plants and animals. Approaches range from individual identification to systematics, with a core focus on populations. Prerequisite: LIFE 4000.
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• ZOO 4430: Limnology Lab

  2.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Utilizes basic field techniques in limnology. Emphasizes analysis and interpretation of data obtained from field and laboratory exercises. Prerequisite: concurrent registration in ZOO 4440.
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• ZOO 4440: Limnology

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Studies ecology of inland waters; biological, chemical and physical features on lakes and streams. Prerequisites: LIFE 1010, LIFE 3400 and CHEM 1030 or consent of instructor.
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• ZOO 4540: Invertebrate Zoology

  4.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Studies major invertebrate phyla of the animal kingdom. Studies each phylum with respect to morphological and taxonomic characteristics; functional and evolutionary relationships; environmental adaptations; life cycles of representative types. Includes laboratory. Dual listed with ZOO 5540. Prerequisite: LIFE 2022.
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• ZOO 4550: Wetland Ecology

  3.00 Credits

  University of Wyoming

  
  Study of the function of inland and coastal wetlands; hydrology, biogeochemistry, microbial ecology, distribution and production of algae and macrophytes, decomposition, contaminant processing, ecology of invertebrates and vertebrates, and foodweb structure. Roles of wetlands in aquatic and terrestrial landscapes, wetland classification schemes, and conservation programs. One-day field trip required. Dual listed with ZOO 5550. Prerequisites: LIFE 1010; LIFE 2022 or 2023; CHEM 1030.
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