Types of Zoology Classes
Zoology is the study of vertebrate and invertebrate animals, mammals, fish and birds, and incorporates the anatomy and chemical composition of cells and organs. Zoologists are qualified to examine how animals are created and how characteristics are inherited through different generations. Zoologists also study how animals interact and behave in natural environments. There are different kinds of zoology classes that incorporate studies in human anatomy and physiology, general zoology, animal behavior, invertebrate zoology and histology.
-
Human Anatomy and Physiology
-
At the introductory level, a human anatomy and physiology class provides students with a foundation in zoology. This class teaches students the fundamentals of the human body and the effects of diseases and disorders. The class will cover the nervous system, skeletal system, muscular system, immune system, digestive system and reproductive system. This class gives students a solid knowledge of how the body works.
General Zoology
-
A general or introduction to zoology class is designed to give students basic knowledge about the animal kingdom, especially vertebrates and invertebrates. An introduction course in zoology will often include a lab course and require a prerequisite in biology. Topics include biodiversity in animals, cells, tissues and organ systems, digestive systems, taxonomy and morphology.
-
Animal Behavior
-
An animal behavior class examines how experience and genetics play a role in the behavior, migration communication, social behavior and predation instincts of animals. Students also will learn about scientific studies of behavior and the ways in which animals find resources to reproduce.
Marine Invertebrate Zoology
-
Marine invertebrate zoology is an intermediate class that deals with the physiology, ecology and morphology of invertebrate animals. The class generally includes a lab that allows students to examine a variety of live marine species to determine geographic distribution, systematics and evolutionary relationships for research purposes.
Histology
-
Histology is the study of the microscopic composition of plant and animal tissue at the cellular level. A histology class will give students a comprehensive understanding of the tissue structure and function in animals. Lectures will cover topics in cell biology, connective tissue, the circulatory system and endocrine organs.
-
References
- Weber State University: What Is Zoology?
- Iowa State University: Iowa State University Zoology Courses
- Columbia College Chicago: Course Description: General Zoology
- California State University Stanislaus: Zool 1050 Introduction to Zoology
- Michigan State University: Zoology 313
- University of West Florida: UWF --- Course Master Search: Zoology
