Concentration Requirements: Zoo and Aquarium Science
IMPORTANT NOTES:
This concentration does not appear on your diploma or transcript. Your diploma and transcript will indicate that you finished the BS (Bachelor of Science) in Zoology.
This concentration has 44 CREDITS OF REQUIREMENTS.
Requirements:
The following list is for informational purposes. Students are expected to check with their advisor at least once each year to discuss program planning and course selection.
In addition to the concentration requirements listed below, remember that you must also complete requirements imposed at the University and College levels to receive the Bachelor of Science (BS) Zoology.
| Complete all of the following courses: |
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| Course | Course Title | Semester Offered *** | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZOL 313 | Animal Behavior | F, S, U | 3 |
| ZOL 369 | Introduction to Zoo and Aquarium Science | S | 3 |
| ZOL 489 | Seminar in Zoo and Aquarium Science (2 semesters) | F, S | 2 |
| ZOL 498 | Capstone: Zoo and Aquarium Science Internship | F, S, U | 4 |
| ZOL 328 | Comparative Anatomy & Biology of Vertebrates (W) |
S | 4 |
| ZOL 355, 355L | Ecology, Ecology Lab (W) |
F, S, U, KB | 3,1 |
| ZOL 341 | Fundamental Genetics | F, S, U | 4 |
| ZOL 320 | Developmental Biology | F | 4 |
| ZOL 445 | Evolution (W) |
F | 3 |
| Complete one of the following courses: | |||
| FW 471 | Ichthyology | F | 4 |
| ZOL 365 | Biology of Mammals | S | 4 |
| ZOL 360 | Biology of Birds | F | 4 |
| ZOL 384 | Biology of Amphibians & Reptiles | F | 3 |
| Complete one of the following courses: | |||
| ANS 313 | Principles of Animal Feeding & Nutrition | F | 4 |
| ANS 314 | Genetic Improvement of Domestic Animals | F | 4 |
| ANS 315 | Anatomy & Physiology Of Farm Animals | S | 4 |
| FW 444 | Conservation Biology | F | 3 |
| FW 472 | Limnology | F | 3 |
| ZOL 353 | Marine Biology (W) |
F | 4 |
| Complete two of the following courses: | |||
| FW 364 | Ecological Problem Solving | S | 3 |
| FW 424 | Population Analysis & Management | F | 4 |
| ZOL 303 | Oceanography | F | 4 |
| ZOL 370 | Introduction to Zoogeography | F | 4 |
| ZOL 483 | Environmental Physiology (W) |
S | 4 |
| Complete one or more special courses (Note: The credits for this course are not counted toward the 44 credits required for this concentration): | |||
| AL 485 | Foundations of Museum Studies | F | 3 |
| AL 488 | Museum Curatorial Practices | F | 3 |
| AL 494 | Museum Exhibits: Theory & Dev. | S | 3 |
| AL 498 | Learning in Museums | S | 3 |
| ANS 305 | Applied Animal Behavior | S | 3 |
| ANS 314 |
Genetic Improvement of Domestic Animals |
F | 4 |
| ANS 405 | Endocrinology of Reproduction | F | 3 |
| ANS 407 | Food & Animal Toxicology | F | 3 |
| ANS 413 | Monogastric Animal Nutrition | S | 3 |
| ANS 414 | Advanced Animal Breeding | S | 2 |
| ANS 455 | Avian Physiology | S | 4 |
| ANS 483 | Ruminant Nutrition | S | 3 |
| ANS 805 | Animal Welfare Assessment | F,S | 3 |
| FW 410 | Upland Ecosystem Management | S | 4 |
| FW 417 | Wetland Ecology and Management (previously FW412) | F | 3 |
| FW 434 | Human Dimensions of Fisheries and Wildlife Management | S | 3 |
| FW 475 | Aquaculture | S | 3 |
| FW 860 | Wildlife Nutrition | * | 3 |
| PRR 215 | Recreation Program Management | F, S | 4 |
| PRR 302 | Environmental Attitudes & Concepts | F | 3 |
| PRR 351 | Recreation and Natural Resources Communication (W) |
F, S | 3 |
| PRR 370 | Administration and Operation of Park and Recreation Systems | F | 3 |
| PRR 451 | Interpretation and Visitor Information Systems | S | 3 |
| PSY 101 | Introductory Psychology | F, S, U | 4 |
| PSY 403 | Laboratory in Cognitive Psychology (W) | F, S | 3 |
| ZOL 306 |
Invertebrate Zoology |
F |
4 |
| ZOL 316 | General Parasitology | S | 3 |
| ZOL 316L | General Parasitology Lab | S | 1 |
| ZOL 415 | Ecological Aspects Of Animal Behavior (W) |
S | 3 |
| ZOL 485 | Tropical Biology | S | 3 |
| * Check with the Schedule of Courses for availability. |
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| (F = Fall, S = Spring, U = sUmmer, KB = Kellogg Biological Station) |
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| *** Semesters listed here are those listed in the Description of Courses. But if faculty are available to teach it, a course may be offered any semester. ALWAYS check the Schedule of Courses to see when a course is actually available. | |||
Substitutions for above courses: Occassionally, a course lised above is not available or is full. Any substitutions (from Zoology or other departments) for the above requirements, must be approved in advance and in writing by the student's academic advisor. Please schedule an appointment with a Zoology advisor to discuss your Zoology electives.
Tier II Writing In The Major: Within the 44 credits, complete any two approved Zoology courses (marked with a "W") that include writing. For this concentration, this requirement is usuall met with the completion of ZOL 355 L and 445.
Pre-professional students:
Completing CEM 142 (3) and 162 (1) or 262 (2) may help to better prepare you for the MCAT and professional school.dditional courses * (such as BMB 401 (4) [or both BMB 461 & 462 (3, 3)]), may be required for admission to professional school. Admission requirements vary from school to school. Check with each school and plan accordingly!
* MSU's College of Veterinary Medicine, for example, requires several courses which are not officially part of the Zoology curriculum. See the MSU CVM Admissions web page. Also, consider making an appointment in the CVM Undergraduate Advising Center with one of the Admissions advisors.
NOTE: scroll down the page to reach the Undergraduate Advising Center information.