by 460v - special topics in biology** (1-4) f, sp, su

selected topics from the field of biology are offered. the course may be either lecture or laboratory-oriented depending upon the topic selected. the study represents an in-depth approach to a specific area of interest to the student. the following are some of the most recently offered special topics: advanced physiology, medical herbalism, arid lands ecology, conservation and biodiversity, and coastal ecology, companion animal biology, and animal nutrition.

prerequisite: permission of instructor.