Honors Zoology
Students study animals, emphasizing evolutionary and ecological relationships, aspects of animal organization that unite major animal phyla, and animal adaptations. Students will understand animal form and function using a comparative approach which includes an appropriate balance between invertebrate and vertebrate descriptions. Labs are included in each part of the course.
Components of the course allow students to work side by side with zookeepers.
Classes are held daily at the Henry Doorly Zoo, from 7:30am to 9:00am. Students need to provide their own transportation to and from the zoo. Interested students must see their guidance counselor in order to apply.
Seniors who successfully completed the program during their junior may apply to participate a second year. Year two includes more in-depth coursework and independent research. In addition, students may have the opportunity to participate in an internship.
- Prerequisite: None
- Duration: Full Year
- Grade Level: 11, 12
- Credit: 4 per year
Honors Veterinary Science
This course deals with the role of veterinary medicine as it relates to domesticated and exotic animals. Students learn about basic vet practices and lab procedures, animal health and nutrition, and general behavioral concepts. A special focus is placed on companion animals.
Career exploration is a strong component of this couse and is intended to provide students withopportunities to learn about the wide variety of options in the animal science field. Shadowing experiences are arranged at various locations, such as the NE Humane Society, veterinary practices, etc.
- Prerequisites: Successful completion of zoology with a "B"; instructor approval based on interview
- Duration: Full Year
- Grade Level: 12
- Credit: 4 per year
Comparative Anatomy & Physiology
Comparative Anatomy and Physiology provides instruction in anatomy and physiology of domestic and exotic animals. The course focus is on skeletal, musculature, renal, ophthalmic, cardiac, and respiratory systems. Lab activities focus on skeletal identification and dissection of related body systems of animals.
- Prerequisites: Successful completion of Zoology with a "B" or better.
- Duration: Full year
- Grade Level: 12
- Credit: 4 per year
Honors Zoo Research
Individualized research conducted with the business operations of the Zoo. This could include customer relations, graphics, genetics, conservation and/or dietary. Students interested in Zoo research must have a good understanding of biology, math and chemistry. All interested students need to apply and interview with the Zoo staff. Once accepted students work in one of the following areas: reproductive laboratory, aquarium research, nutrition lab, or the genetics lab. Some of the activities include reproductive physiology, vitro fertilization, setting up ecosystems and testing the environment, working with DNA sequencer and PCR-Microsatellites. Students are encouraged in a higher level of research, reading, and writing and may have the opportunity to be published.
- Prerequisite: Successful completion of Zoology with a "B" or better
- Duration: Full Year
- Grade level: 12
- Credit: 4 per year
If you have any questions about the class contact:
Ms. Vaughan
557-3700
leeann.vaughan@ops.org
Honors Zoology
Students study animals, emphasizing evolutionary and ecological relationships, aspects of animal organization that unite major animal phyla, and animal adaptations. Students will understand animal form and function using a comparative approach which includes an appropriate balance between invertebrate and vertebrate descriptions. Labs are included in each part of the course.
Components of the course allow students to work side by side with zookeepers.
Classes are held daily at the Henry Doorly Zoo, from 7:30am to 9:00am. Students need to provide their own transportation to and from the zoo. Interested students must see their guidance counselor in order to apply.
Seniors who successfully completed the program during their junior may apply to participate a second year. Year two includes more in-depth coursework and independent research. In addition, students may have the opportunity to participate in an internship.
- Prerequisite: None
- Duration: Full Year
- Grade Level: 11, 12
- Credit: 4 per year
Honors Veterinary Science
This course deals with the role of veterinary medicine as it relates to domesticated and exotic animals. Students learn about basic vet practices and lab procedures, animal health and nutrition, and general behavioral concepts. A special focus is placed on companion animals.
Career exploration is a strong component of this couse and is intended to provide students withopportunities to learn about the wide variety of options in the animal science field. Shadowing experiences are arranged at various locations, such as the NE Humane Society, veterinary practices, etc.
- Prerequisites: Successful completion of zoology with a "B"; instructor approval based on interview
- Duration: Full Year
- Grade Level: 12
- Credit: 4 per year
Comparative Anatomy & Physiology
Comparative Anatomy and Physiology provides instruction in anatomy and physiology of domestic and exotic animals. The course focus is on skeletal, musculature, renal, ophthalmic, cardiac, and respiratory systems. Lab activities focus on skeletal identification and dissection of related body systems of animals.
- Prerequisites: Successful completion of Zoology with a "B" or better.
- Duration: Full year
- Grade Level: 12
- Credit: 4 per year
Honors Zoo Research
Individualized research conducted with the business operations of the Zoo. This could include customer relations, graphics, genetics, conservation and/or dietary. Students interested in Zoo research must have a good understanding of biology, math and chemistry. All interested students need to apply and interview with the Zoo staff. Once accepted students work in one of the following areas: reproductive laboratory, aquarium research, nutrition lab, or the genetics lab. Some of the activities include reproductive physiology, vitro fertilization, setting up ecosystems and testing the environment, working with DNA sequencer and PCR-Microsatellites. Students are encouraged in a higher level of research, reading, and writing and may have the opportunity to be published.
- Prerequisite: Successful completion of Zoology with a "B" or better
- Duration: Full Year
- Grade level: 12
- Credit: 4 per year
If you have any questions about the class contact:
Ms. Vaughan
557-3700
leeann.vaughan@ops.org