III. Zoölogy
Zoölogy C1: Experimental Zoölogy: Biology B1 prerequisite.—A comparative
study of the morphology and behavior of typical invertebrates.
Three hours of lecture and six hours of laboratory per week. The work of
the first two terms of this course is based upon the lower invertebrates and
represents a complete course.
Professor Kepner.
Zoölogy C2: Parasitology: Biology B1 prerequisite.—A study of the parasitic
protozoa, and worms, with special emphasis on those which attack man.
In each case some of the free-living forms will be studied as a basis for comparison.
The scope of this work will include morphological studies, life-histories
and the methods utilized by the parasites in getting from one host to
another. Discussion of current literature by the students may be substituted
for a lecture at any time. Three hours of lecture and six hours of laboratory
per week. First and second terms only.
Associate Professor Reynolds.
Zoölogy C3: Medical Entomology: Biology B1 prerequisite.—A study of
the parasitic arthropods, especially those which attack man. Three hours of
lecture and six hours of laboratory per week. Third term only.
Associate Professor Reynolds.
Zoölogy C4: Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy: Biology B1 prerequisite.—This
course is introduced by a general study of representative species
of chordates. A comparative study is made of the various organic systems
found in the different classes of vertebrates with special reference to their
origin, structure and function. Ample opportunity is afforded for vertebrate
dissection. Three hours of lecture and six hours of laboratory per week.
First and second terms only.
Dr. Gilbert.
Zoölogy C5: Comparative Vertebrate Embryology: Biology B1 prerequisite.—A
study of the development of vertebrate embryos, especially the frog, chick
and pig. Some practice in embryological technique will be afforded. Three
hours of lecture and six hours of laboratory per week. Third term only.
Dr. Gilbert.
Zoölogy D1: Advanced work along lines suggested by the student's interest
and needs. Independent research will be demanded of each member
of the class. Hours by appointment.
Professor Kepner.
Zoölogy D2: Research on the morphology, physiology, or genetics of
protozoa. Hours by appointment.
Associate Professor Reynolds.
Seminar: Weekly meetings are held for the study of current literature
and the discussion of research in progress. Attendance is required of all
students in graduate courses.
Note: Additional graduate courses are offered during the Summer Quarter
at the Mountain Lake Biological Station. Further information may be obtained
from the Secretary of the Summer Quarter, Box 1337, University, Virginia.
The Biological Laboratory, completed in 1920, is provided freely with
electricity, gas, and water. The equipment consists of compound microscopes
of the best types, microtomes, paraffin ovens, incubators, sterilizers,
and other apparatus required for general and advanced work. Special apparatus
will be provided as needed. The departmental library contains a working
collection of biological texts and books of reference, as well as files of
the more important journals, and a series of biological reprints.
Affiliated with the Miller School of Biology is the Blandy Experimental
Farm, established by bequest of the late Graham F. Blandy. The Director,
Professor Orland E. White, is in residence at the University during the first
two terms. During the third term and Summer Quarter he directs research
of advanced students at the farm, which is in Clarke County, Virginia. For
such students the farm serves as a field laboratory for experimental work.
Fellowships: There are available five research fellowships in Genetics in
connection with the Blandy Experimental Farm. These carry honorariums
varying from $500 to $1,000. All five are exempt from the University and
tuition fees. These fellowships present an opportunity for graduate study
and research accompanied by a limited amount of instructional work involving
not over one hundred hours. They cover a period of eleven months annually,
and are designed to encourage investigational work leading towards
advanced degrees. They are open to men and women with a bachelor's degree
from a college or university of recognized standing, who have had special
training in biological and agricultural subjects. The first two terms are spent
at the University, the remainder of the time at the Blandy Experimental
Farm.
Requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy: Students who
select biology as their Major Subject, in addition to meeting the regular University
requirements, must have a general knowledge of related sciences,
such as chemistry, geology and physics; and a comprehensive knowledge of
the various aspects of biology, as attested by the completion of prescribed
courses and such examinations as may be imposed. Special attention is called
to University requirements relating to French and German. The completion
of residence requirements and class work does not guarantee a degree to any
student. The preeminent qualifications are thoroughness, resourcefulness,
initiative and ability to do creative work.
