Animal Behavior

This is an enrichment class for students who have completed the Biology prerequisite and wish to explore animal behavior. This class explores topics related to behavior including courtship, learning, nature vs. nurture, defenses, finding food, mating, parenting, social behavior, emotional intelligence and human impact on species. Students will make observations of invertebrate and vertebrate behavior in this laboratory science class through readings, labs, discussions, project-based learning, case studies, scientific journals and videos. Animals of focus include mammals (various primates) and birds.

Course Information

Course Subject
Course Number
SC2125
Course Duration
1 Semester
Course Credit
.5 Credit
Course Fee
$5.00
Prerequisite
Biology or Honors Biology, can be taken concurrently with Physics

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