Ornithology

Overview

Subject area

BIOL

Catalog Number

723

Course Title

Ornithology

Department(s)

Description

The evolution, classification, origin of flight, anatomy, physiology, migration, ecology, and reproductive behavior, and conservation of birds. Laboratory includes techniques used in ornithological research and field trips to focus on bird identification and behavior. Students will be expected to attend at least one overnight field trip (e.g., to Cape May, NJ). A library research paper will be submitted and presented in class.This course has an M&T Fee. For more info visit: http://qc.cuny.edu/?id=JU9F

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Graduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Credits

Minimum Units

4

Maximum Units

4

Academic Progress Units

4

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

6

Course Schedule