This course explores the evolution, ecology, physiology and human impact of the ubiquitous yet enigmatic group of organisms classified as fungi. Lectures examine the diversity, phylogeny and taxonomy of major groups of fungi and fungus-like organisms; the unique cell and reproductive biology of fungi; basic features of fungal primary and secondary metabolism; the ecological roles […]
This course explores the evolution, ecology, physiology and human impact of the ubiquitous yet enigmatic group of organisms classified as fungi. Lectures examine the diversity, phylogeny and taxonomy of major groups of fungi and fungus-like organisms; the unique cell and reproductive biology of fungi; basic features of fungal primary and secondary metabolism; the ecological roles […]
This course describes modern methods of bioanalytical chemistry in their application to the analysis of biological polymers: proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates and lipids. Analytical aspects of genomics and proteomics are considered. Prerequisites: SC/BIOL 2020 3.00 or SC/BCHM 2020 3.00 or SC/ CHEM 2050 4.00; SC/BIOL 2021 3.00 or SC/BCHM 2021 3.00; SC/CHEM 2021 3.00. Winter […]
Behavioural ecology focuses on the behavioural interactions among individuals at both the intraspecific level in natural populations and the interspecific level in natural communities. Behavioural ecology asks questions about proximate and ultimate causes of behaviour, the development of behaviour, the flexibility of behaviour and learning, the adaptive value of behaviour for survival and reproduction, and […]
Structure and function of tissues in vertebrates, with special emphasis on human histology. The laboratory deals with basic histological and histochemical techniques, such as tissue sectioning and staining, and localization of enzymes. Winter 2025 Course Outline
Explores the influence of the environment on the physiology of animals, from the gene level to the population level, with an emphasis on evolutionary adaptations. Experimental design and data analysis will be stressed. Prerequisites: SC/BIOL 3350 4.00 and either SC/BIOL 3060 4.00 or SC/BIOL 3070 4.00. Course Outlines: Winter 2024 Course Outline
A review of recent advances in environmental biology with an emphasis on current research, experimental design and biological methods. Prerequisites: SC/BIOL 2050 4.00 and SC/BIOL 2060 3.00. Course Outlines: Winter 2025 Course Outline
Offers the student research experience as part of a Biology research team. The student must make arrangements with a faculty member before enrolling in this course. Note: This course does not count for degree credit in any program. Students are expected to commit to approximately 5-10 hours per week (on average) for one term. The […]
Fertilization, cleavage, differentiation and development in selected animals. Prerequisites: SC/BIOL 2020 3.00, SC/BIOL 2021 3.00, SC/BIOL 2030 4.00, SC/BIOL 2040 3.00, SC/BIOL 2070 3.00. Course Outlines: Winter 2025 Course Outline
Differences in behaviour are analyzed through evolutionary and mechanistic approaches. Hypotheses, models, experimental and field data are used to address the importance of heredity and environment in the development of individual differences, social systems, communication, habitat and sexual selection. Three lecture hours. One term. Three credits. Prerequisites: SC/BIOL 2040 3.00; SC/BIOL 2050 4.00; SC/BIOL 2060 […]