Instructor Class Description

Time Schedule:

• Spring Quarter 2013
• Summer Quarter 2013
• Autumn Quarter 2013

Debra L. Durham
BIO A 370
Seattle Campus

Introduction to Primates

Origins, major evolutionary trends, and modern taxonomic relationships of the nonhuman primates. Their distribution and habitat in relation to behavioral and morphological adaptations and their status as endangered species. Prerequisite: BIO A 201. Offered: A.

Class description

In this course, we will examine the nonhuman primates from an evolutionary perspective. Topics covered in class include taxonomy and evolutionary history of the primates, cognition, development, social systems and life history. In addition, we will evaluate the ways in which anatomy and ecology influence behavior.

Student learning goals

General method of instruction

Lecture, discussion and videos

Recommended preparation

BIOA 201 or PSYCH 200 (Animal Behavior)

Class assignments and grading

Homework and brief in-class assignments, 2 exams, final project/paper

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