Course Description
This course will explore the function of hormones and bioactive compounds in regulating animal physiology and homeostasis. Topics will include a study of hormones and their mechanism of actions in regulating various biological processes including development and growth; reproduction; feeding, digestion and metabolism; ion and water balance; stress and immunity; and sex determination. The methods used to study hormones and their physiological functions will also be addressed. 80% of enrollment is restricted to Biological Sciences and Zoology students with the remaning 20% open for all other majors.
DE Program
Flexible Access
Fall 2024
Instructors
Meeting Patterns
Classes Start:
August 19, 2024
Classes End:
December 3, 2024
Room Number:
[TBA]
Class Days:
[TBA]
Class Type:
Lecture
Credits:
3.00
Restrictions:
Prerequisite: C- or better in BIO 250 or BIO 212 or BIO 240 or BIO 245
