38 courses with the subject ZOOL, 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.
ZOOL 1090Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology3
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1010 or BIOL 1610 Presents a basic introduction to the sciences of anatomy and physiology. Covers the basic structure and function of the human body at the cellular, tissue, organ, and system levels. Provides a foundation of particular value for pre-nursing students who wish to have a preview of their required life science courses.
Corequisite(s): ZOOL 1325 Provides a comprehensive overview of the human body’s structure and function. Explores the major organ systems, including the skeletal, muscular, nervous, and cardiovascular systems, through lectures and interactive activities. Emphasizes anatomical terminology, the interrelationships between systems, and the clinical relevance of anatomical knowledge.
Corequisite(s): ZOOL 1320 Includes basic studies of the anatomy of the human body using human bones, specimens and cadavers, radiographs, and models. Covers the structure and some functions at the tissue, organ, and system levels. Emphasizes proper names and locations of body components.
Corequisite(s): ZOOL 1425 Examines the fundamental functions of the human body at the chemical, cellular, organ, and system levels. Emphasizes engaged learning and the development of critical thinking skills. Teaches students a foundational understanding of homeostasis, stimulus/response pathways, and the interplay between different body systems.
Corequisite(s): ZOOL 1420 Explores fundamental human physiology topics through scientific experiments including the scientific method, scientific data presentation, diffusion and osmosis, enzymatic function, buffers, neurotransmission, skeletal and cardiac muscle physiology, hematology, respiratory physiology and renal physiology. Prepares students to interpret scientific results and effectively communicate their importance and application.
Corequisite(s): ZOOL 2325 Studies the anatomy of the human body in depth. Covers the structure and some functions at the cellular, tissue, organ, and system levels. Emphasizes the names, locations, and functions of body components. Involves problem solving and analytical thinking. Includes a co-requisite weekly laboratory study of human cadavers, models, and specimens.
Corequisite(s): ZOOL 2325 Studies the anatomy of the human body in depth. Covers the structure and some functions at the cellular, tissue, organ, and system levels. Emphasizes the names, locations, and functions of body components. Involves problem solving and analytical thinking. Includes a co-requisite weekly laboratory study of human cadavers, models, and specimens. Requires the completion of an additional assignment consistent with honors coursework.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1010 or BIOL 1610. ENGL 1010 or ENGL 1005 or written permission of the Anatomy program coordinator. Corequisite(s): ZOOL 2320H For students who intend to pursue careers in the bio-medical sciences; especially pre-nursing, pre-med, pre-dent, and pre-vet students. Emphasizes the role and value of anatomical knowledge in health and disease. Covers the same general material as ZOOL 2320, but emphasizes clinical applications of the information. Students will choose and complete a course project that may involve short written reports, a term paper, or a poster presentation. Includes weekly laboratory study of human cadavers, models, and specimens. Course Lab fee of $30 applies.
Pre- or Corequisite(s): ZOOL 2320 Includes hands-on, in-depth studies of the anatomy of the human body using human bones, specimens and cadavers, radiographs, and plastic models. Covers the structure and some functions at the cellular, tissue, organ, and system levels. Emphasizes the proper names, locations, and functions of body components. Course Lab fee of $30 applies.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1610 with a minimum grade of C- and CHEM 1110 or CHEM 1210 with a minimum grade of C- Corequisite(s): ZOOL 2425 Studies the functions of the human body at the chemical, cellular, organ, and system levels. Explains control mechanisms involved in homeostasis and stimulus/response pathways. Involves problem solving and analytical thinking.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1610 with a minimum grade of C- and CHEM 1110 with a minimum grade of C-, written permission of the physiology program coordinator Corequisite(s): ZOOL 2425 Studies the functions of the human body at the chemical, cellular, organ, and system levels. Explains control mechanisms involved in homeostasis and stimulus/response pathways. Involves problem solving and analytical thinking. Includes weekly laboratory. Requires a term paper, project, or presentation.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1010 (or BIOL 1610), CHEM 1110, written permission of the physiology program coordinator. Corequisite(s): ZOOL 2420H Studies the functions of the human body at the chemical, cellular, organ, and system levels. Explains control mechanisms involved in homeostasis and stimulus/response pathways. Involves problem solving and analytical thinking. Includes weekly laboratory. Course Lab fee of $24 applies.
Prerequisite(s): NURS 2310 with a B- or higher. Explores major human pathophysiological concepts and how these concepts relate to disease across the lifespan. Examines etiological mechanisms that cause altered body functions and responses to restore homeostasis. Prepares students to identify and recognize alterations in function relevant to clinical practice.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1620 with a C- or higher and University Advanced Standing Corequisite(s): ZOOL 3105 Covers the evolutionary development of the vertebrates pertaining to major skeletal and physiological adaptations. Has an ecological approach as to vertebrate habitat requirements, their distribution, and community roles. Designed for Biology or Zoology majors who desire a broad introduction to the vertebrates and a greater understanding of their unique structure, distribution and the importance of these organisms in the present and past history of the Earth. Includes weekly laboratory.
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing Corequisite(s): ZOOL 3100 Provides students with hands-on laboratory experience in classification and identification of vertebrates. Course lab fee of $70 applies.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1620 with a C- or higher and University Advanced Standing Corequisite(s): ZOOL 3205 Teaches the fundamentals of invertebrate zoology. Covers the anatomy, physiology, systematics, evolution and ecology of invertebrate animals.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1620 with a C- or higher and University Advanced Standing Corequisite(s): ZOOL 3200 Invertebrate Zoology Covers the anatomy, physiology, systematics, evolution and ecology of invertebrate animals. Course lab fee of $75 applies.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1620 with minimum grade of C-, and University Advanced Standing Corequisite(s): ZOOL 3305 Herpetology Laboratory Covers the evolution, ecology, and diversity of reptiles and amphibians. Includes active class discussions, oral presentations. Emphasizes native Utah herpetofauna. Must be taken concurrently with weekly laboratory and required field trips.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1620 with minimum grade of C-, and University Advanced Standing Corequisite(s): ZOOL 3300 Herpetology Covers the evolution, ecology, and diversity of reptiles and amphibians. Includes active class discussions, oral presentations, and field trips. Emphasizes native Utah herpetofauna. Must be taken concurrently with lecture. Course lab fee of $95 for transportation, support, and lab applies.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1620 and BIOL 1625 with a minimum grade of C- in each, and University Advanced Standing Corequisite(s): ZOOL 3435 Introduces the study of insects, including insect diversity and classification, anatomy and physiology, relationships to other animals and plants, behavior, and ecology. Includes the application of the study of insects to pest management, environmental assessment, and forensic investigations.
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing Corequisite(s): ZOOL 3430 Introduces the study of insects, including insect diversity and classification, anatomy and physiology, relationships to other animals and plants, behavior, and ecology. Includes the application of the study of insects to pest management, environmental assessment, and forensic investigations. Course lab fee of $60 applies.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1620 with a minimum grade of C-, and University Advanced Standing; ZOOL 3100 and ZOOL 3105 strongly recommended Corequisite(s): ZOOL 3505 Explores the taxonomy, morphology, behavior, ecology, evolution, development, and conservation of mammals. Includes three weekly lectures and a weekly laboratory.
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing Corequisite(s): ZOOL 3500 Explores the taxonomy, morphology, behavior, ecology, evolution, development, and conservation of mammals through a weekly laboratory. Course lab fee of $85 for transportation, lab applies.
Prerequisite(s): ZOOL 1090, or ZOOL 2320 and ZOOL 2325, Accepted into BS Forensic Science Program, University Advanced Standing Provides instruction on the study of human bones and their remains as physical evidence in criminal investigations. Teaches the importance of dentition in determining an age estimate of human remains. Identifies the differences among the sexes, whether the remains are human or nonhuman, and what is of forensic significance. Explains crime scene methodology and clinical applications in forensic anthropology. Teaches problem solving and analytical thinking in order to develop a biological profile based on population-specific data and standards. Investigates different pathological conditions and variables which must be taken into consideration when determining the cause of death.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1610 and University Advanced Standing Examines the biological basis of animal behavior with emphasis on the underlying mechanisms and evolutionary causes of behavior. Covers first the proximate causes of behavior and then the ultimate or evolutionary causes of behavior. Includes topics such as the genetic basis of behavior, perceptual and effectual systems, ethology, neurophysiology, learning, animal communication, sexual behavior, and social systems.
Prerequisite(s): (BIOL 1620 or MICR 2060) with a C- or higher and University Advanced Standing Introduces the study of parasites. Emphasizes the biology of principal groups of parasites affecting humans, livestock, and other animals, including their medical economic, and ecological significance. Emphasizes parasites causing zoonotic diseases. Includes weekly laboratory experience involving identification of parasites. Course lab fee of $45 applies.
Prerequisite(s): [(ZOOL 2320 or ZOOL 2320H or ZOOL 2420) with a C- or higher] and University Advanced Standing Prepares students pursuing biomedical careers to analyze tissues and relate them to normal and abnormal physiological functions. Studies the microscopic structure of the body at the cellular, tissue, and organ levels. Emphasizes physical and functional relationships of various tissues in the organs of the body. Includes weekly laboratory. Course Lab fee of $35 applies.
Prerequisite(s): ZOOL 2320, ZOOL 2420, and MICR 2060 or MICR 3450 each with a minimum grade C-, and University Advanced Standing Emphasizes the effects of human diseases on human physiology. Studies pathophysiological etiologies and mechanisms that cause disease and examines physiological adaptations and dysfunction of organs and organ systems in a disease state.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1620 and (ZOOL 1090, ZOOL 2320, or ZOOL 3100) with a grade of C- or higher and University Advanced Standing Corequisite(s): ZOOL 4505 Studies the structure and function of vertebrates at the cellular, tissue, organ and systems levels. Emphasizes developmental and evolutionary comparative aspects of mammalian, avian, reptilian, amphibian, and piscian organs and systems.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1620 and (ZOOL 1090, ZOOL 2320, or ZOOL 3100) with a grade of C- or higher and University Advanced Standing Corequisite(s): ZOOL 4500 Accompanies the comparative vertebrate zoology lecture. Studies the structure and function of vertebrates at the cellular, tissue, organ and systems levels. Incorporates dissections of mammalian, avian, reptilian, amphibian, and piscian organs and systems. Course lab fee of $55 applies.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1620 and University Advanced Standing; ZOOL 3100 and ZOOL 3105 highly recommended Provides an in-depth study of avian evolution, systematics, developmental anatomy (wings, beaks, feathers), physiology, and social and reproductive behavior. Emphasizes an evolutionary and adaptive theme to the study of birds. Includes lectures, laboratories and field trips. Course Lab fee of $41 for transportation, lab applies.
Prerequisite(s): ZOOL 2320 with a minimum grade of C- and University Advanced Standing For students interested in biomedical science careers or with a special interest in anatomy. Covers principles and techniques of anatomical investigation and specimen preparation. Provides supervised experience in human cadaver dissection, anatomic interpretation of radiographs, craniometrics, and palpation of the body. A regional dissection approach will be used in the lab. Requires problem solving and analytical thinking. Includes the theory and basic principles of various forms of diagnostic imaging, light and electron microscopy, skeletal preparation, and injection/maceration techniques. Includes weekly laboratory. Course Lab fee of $13 applies.
ZOOL 4750Human Physiology A Cell Biology Approach4
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 3400 and University Advanced Standing Addresses physiological principles and functions of the human body systems at the molecular level. Emphasizes cell signal transduction involved in the body maintaining homeostasis. Gives special attention to nervous, muscular, cardiovascular, urinary and respiratory systems. Requires problem solving and analytical thinking skills to be successful in the class. Includes weekly laboratory. Course Lab fee of $25 applies.
Prerequisite(s): ZOOL 2420 with a C- or higher and University Advanced Standing Covers aspects of molecular and cell biology, physiology, pharmacology, anatomy and the interplay of these and other disciplines in our understanding of the structure and function of the nervous system. Discusses neuroanatomy, developmental neurobiology, electrophysiology, membrane specializations related to signal propagation and signal transmission, neurotransmitter function and neuropharmacology, structure and function of simple neuronal circuits and complex neural networks and the plasticity of the nervous system. Incorporates discussion of journal articles related to the latest advances in neuroscience.
Prerequisite(s): ZOOL 2320, ZOOL 2325, and University Advanced Standing Covers techniques (knife, probe, finger, etc.) used to dissect human cadavers and other mammalian specimens such as horse, cow, cat, dog, and pig for use in gross anatomy labs. Reviews how to procure different types of specimens to preserve and dissect cadavers including, but not limited to, fresh specimens, preserved specimens, and frozen specimens. Introduces various techniques for suturing, plastination, and vascular casting. Emphasizes OSHA standards for laboratory safety, including how to safely use a bone saw.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1610 or BIOL 1610H and University Advanced Standing Explores and examines special topics relating to the field of zoology. Emphasizes areas of rapid growth in zoology or current importance to society. May be repeated for a total of 9 credits toward graduation.
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May be repeated for a total of 9 credits toward graduation.
ZOOL 4910RSpecial Topics in Biomedical Sciences1-4
Prerequisite(s): (ZOOL 2420 or ZOOL 2320) with a C- or higher and University Advanced Standing Explores and examines special topics relating to the field of Biomedical Science. Emphasizes specialized content within the discipline or its current importance to society. May be repeated for a total of 9 credits toward graduation.
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ZOOL
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1
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4
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Repeatable
May be repeated for a total of 9 credits toward graduation.
