Structures and Functions of Marine Invertebrates
BIOL 3625, 5 ch (3C 3L)*

Explores the structure and functions of major marine invertebrate phyla, emphasizing comparative and organismic approaches, respectively. Topics covered include food capture and digestion, defense mechanisms, respiration, circulation, excretion, skeletal support, reproduction and locomotion.
Prerequisite: BIOL 2615 Introductory Zoology.

Marine Behavioural Ecology
BIOL 4445, 3ch ( 3C)

*Explores the relationship between animal behaviour, ecology and evolution. Theoretical concepts covered include the economics of animal decision making, predator-prey relationships, competition, fighting and assessment, sexual conflict and sexual selection, parental care and mating systems, altruism and co-operation, Whenever possible marine organisms are used to illustrate theoretical concepts.
Prerequisite: BIOL 2585 Introductory Ecology.

Evolution
BIOL 4022, 3ch (3L)*

Will trace the development of a body of theory explaining biological unity and diversity, from pre-Darwinian ideas to current issues in evolutionary biology. The principal goals of this course are to introduce students to the patterns and processes
of evolution, and to the experimental and analytical methods biologists use to study evolution. Emphasis is placed on the reconciliation of organismal and molecular levels of inquiry, and the integration of theoretical, descriptive, and empirical studies.
Prerequisite: Completion of second year core curriculum
AND Intro Genetics BIOL 2015 OR Intro Molecular Cell Biology BIOL 2245.

Independant studies
* BIOL 3140, 3 ch (3WS)

Gives academically strong Biology Major students an opportunity to write a library research report.
Prerequisite: Students should refer to departmental guidelines regarding requirements to take this course.

Honours Thesis Project
BIOL 4090, 9 ch (WS) *

Gives academically strong and motivated students an opportunity to undertake a research project and write a thesis.
Prerequisite: Students should refer to departmental guidelines regarding requirements to take this course.