Courses
I teach 4 courses in Biology at Acadia. First, I teach Introductory Biology: Organisms and their Environment (Biology 1113). I also teach an upper division course in Entomology: Biology 4153 and a seminar course in Comparative Animal Physiology: Biology 4443. Finally, I teach Chemical Ecology: Biology 3883 , that looks at the roles of chemical cues in the lives of animals, plants and microbes. Click on the links below for more information.
| Organisms and their Environment | Entomology | Comparative Animal Physiology | Chemical Ecology |
|---|---|---|---|
 Biology 1113 |
Biology 3193 |
Biology 4443 |
Biology 3883 |
Biology 1113
Biology 3193
Biology 3193
An introduction to the structure, function, evolution and taxonomy of the insects, the most diverse and abundant group of animals. Topics also include the ecology, behaviour, and impact, both in medical and economic terms, of these animals. A collection of insects gathered on field trips during regularly scheduled laboratories is required. (3h lab) Prereq: Biology Core
Biology 4443
Biology 4443
Lectures, research and student seminars emphasizing physiological similarities and differences of vertebrates and invertebrates. Prereq: Biol 3183
Biology 3883
Biology 3883
This course examines the roles of chemical cues in the lives of animals, plants and microbes. In particular, emphasis will be placed on the informative roles of these chemical cues, such as mate location and recognition, navigation, social activities, resource procurement and defence. Topics will include the relationship between chemical cues and ecological and environmental issues, including applied aspects of chemical ecology and physiological processing of chemicals by organisms. Prereq: Biology Core
