Jeff Kovatch - Teaching

Jeff Kovatch, Ph.D.

Current Students - Course information and syllabi can be found on MUOnline.

Office Hours for Fall 2009

Tuesday 9:00-11:00 and Thursday 1:00-3:00

Courses Taught at Marshall

BSC 104 - 4 credits - Introduction to Biology (Spring 2009)

Fundamentals of biology with emphasis on the unity of life, energetics, genetics, evolution, classification of organisms in the kingdoms of life. Intended for non-science majors. Does not count toward a major in Biological Science. 3 h lec-2 h lab.

BSC 120 - 4 credits - Principles of Biology (Spring 2008)

Study of basic biological principles common to all organisms through lecture and laboratory activities. Chemistry of life, cell biology, metabolism, heredity, and evolution. Intended for science majors and pre-professional students. 3 h lec-2 h lab. (Prerequisites: at least 21 on Math ACT, or C or better in MTH 121 or higher).

BSC 228 - 4 credits - Human Physiology (Fall 2009)

Basic concepts of human physiology, including an introduction to physiological control mechanisms operating at cellular, tissue, organ, and systems levels. Provides the scientific background for understanding pathophysiology. Open to candidates in BSN program. Does not count toward a major in Biological Science. 3 lec.-3 lab. (Prerequisites: BSC 227 with grade of C or better).

BSC 408 – 4 credits – Ornithology (Spring 2010)

An introduction to avian biology: identification, distribution, physiology, development, feeding and mating behaviors, migration, and energetics of birds. 2 lec.-4 lab. (PR: BSC 302 or 320 or 322 or 324).

BSC 422/522 - 4 credits - Animal Physiology (Spring 2009)

Physiological principles operating in the organ systems of vertebrate animals. 3 lec.-3 lab. (Prequisites: BSC 105 with a grade of B or better or 121 with grade of C or better )

BSC 431/531 Limnology (Fall 2008)

Study of inland waters; ecological factors affecting lake and stream productivity and various aquatic communities. (Prerequisites: BSC 121 with grade of C or better; Recommended: BSC 212).

BSC 491 Capstone Experience (continuous)

An independent study involving a research project. (Prerequisites: Junior/Senior status). Students interested in doing a Capstone Experience with Dr. Kovatch should contact him at least two semester before they plan on graduating or getting credit for the capstone experience. General requirements include being involved on a directed research project in the lab and formally presenting your efforts as part of a presentation (e.g., a poster at Marshall's SX Conference held each spring or another conference) and as a formal term paper.