9 courses with the subject ZAAS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
BIOL131 (0 credits) This course will cover topics including, but not limited to: study skills, time management, campus and departmental resources, research and travel opportunities in the department, workplace professionalism, and expectations of the program. Required of all Aquarium & Zoo Science majors Fall
BIOL150 (1 credit) The science and practice of maintaining freshwater and saltwater aquaria. Learn and do the maintenance tasks required to care for hobby tanks as well as a large, sophisticated aquarium system similar to that encountered at a public aquarium. Alongside the practical work, students will also learn the science behind the methods: nutrient cycling, buffer systems, biological filtration, stocking, planting, and aquarium design. As needed.
BIOL231 (0 credits) Preparation for careers in Aquarium & Zoo Sciences. This course will study career-relevant topics including, but not limited to: searching for and applying to internships; crafting resumes and cover letters; interviews; creating a 5-year plan; and exploring and applying to graduate and professional programs. Students will research career opportunities relevant to their interests, including job availability, required education, expected salary, and work-life balance. Required of all Biology majors and Aquarium & Zoo Science majors. Fall.
BIOL306 (3 credits) Animal Nutrition will discuss the anatomy and physiology of different types of animal gastrointestinal tracts, classification and function of nutrients required in maintaining animal health, symptoms of nutrient deficiencies and toxicities, composition of animal feed, and formulation of diets. Special emphasis will be placed upon companion and zoo animal nutrition.
Satisfactory completion of BIOL 111 lecture and lab and CHEM 114 lecture and lab or CHEM 122 lecture and lab Fall
ZAAS 307Animal Care4
Animal Care will discuss the care of laboratory animals including the handling of animals, bedding, cages, feeding, sterility of equipment and housing, lighting, breeding, and diseases. Students will research and present findings on specific animals utilized in research and maintained in aquariums and zoos. Lecture and lab.
The integration of classroom theory with practical work experience under which students have specific periods of attendance at college and specific periods of employment, either full or part-time, with or without pay. Credit may vary from three to 15 credits, but no more than six credits may be counted toward major requirements, with additional credits counted as free electives. Open only to Aquarium & Zoo Science majors with approval of the department chair and the chief academic officer. Fall, Spring, Summer
The integration of classroom theory with practical work experience under which students have specific periods of attendance at college and specific periods of employment, either full or part-time, with or without pay. Credit may vary from three to 15 credits, but no more than six credits may be counted toward major requirements, with additional credits counted as free electives. Open only to Aquarium & Zoo Science majors with approval of the department chair and the chief academic officer. Fall, Spring, Summer
Introduction to the theory and practice of environmental education. Environmental education is the discipline of educating the public, at all age levels, about the environment and its inhabitants. This course will provide a basic background in education theory and it will use outreach activities and events to immerse students in the process of providing education opportunities to the public. The course will partner with local schools, parks, and other organizations. Students will design curriculum products (e.g. Lesson plans, activities, evaluations, etc.), and assess learning outcomes in several settings over the course of the semester. Spring
