BIOAP 3300

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BIOAP 3300
Fish Physiology

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

Fish Physiology is an introduction to the functional biology of fish. Lecture topics will cover cellular and tissue function within key physiological systems that help fish thrive in a wide range of aquatic habitats, from mountain streams to deep-sea vents. These systems will be illustrated using a diverse variety of fish, while broader comparisons between fish and higher vertebrates will also be drawn. Discussion will integrate aquaculture, fisheries, and environmental contexts, including some of the anthropogenic challenges that fish face today and what can be done to mitigate them. Students will perform a gross dissection to identify anatomy in situ and visit an aquaculture facility (there is no separate lab section).


Prerequisites one semester of introductory animal physiology (BIOAP 1100, BIOG 1440, BIOG 1445 or equivalent), or permission of instructor.

Distribution Requirements (OPHLS-AG), (BIO-AS)

Exploratory Studies (CU-SBY)

Last 1 Terms Offered 2025SP

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: ANSC 3300, ANSC 5300, BIOAP 5300

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  3535 BIOAP 3300   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Prerequisite: BIOAP 1100, BIOG 1440, BIOG 1445 or equivalent, or permission of instructor. Priority given to: students with interests in fish/aquaculture.

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