ENVS 133 Environmental Conservation
An introduction to conservation of the natural environment. Emphasizing ecological principles, the course covers the history of environmental conservation, the soil, air, and water components of the biosphere, and biological diversity. Laboratory/field trips emphasize the ecology of major habitats of northeastern Iowa and human efforts to solve environmental problems.

BIO 242 Animal Behavior
An examination of the proximate and ultimate causes of behavior in animals. Topics include the development, control mechanisms, evolution, and ecology of behavior. In addition to lectures, this course includes films and behavioral studies of animals.

BIO 246 Ornithology
An introduction to the biology and diversity of birds. Structure, function, classification, behavior, and ecology are covered. Laboratory emphasizes field identification of local species. Lectures and laboratory/field trips.

BIO 258 Vertebrate Natural History
A study of the classification, natural history, and distribution of the vertebrates. Laboratory emphasizes identification and field study of species typical of this geographical area. Lectures stress principles of vertebrate biology.