Schedule

Date	Topics
Sept. 29	Introduction, history of ornithology
Oct. 1	Evolution, systematics, classification
3	Avian structure and function: feathers,molts & plumages
6	Flight ( including video)
8	Physiology and the environment: temperature regulation
10	Feeding adaptations and behavior
13	Behavior: seasonality, annual cycles
15	Behavior: migration
17	Behavior: orientation & navigation
20	Behavior: social behavior
22	Reproduction & development: mating systems & cycles
24	Bird Flick
27	Reproduction & development: anatomy, the egg
29	Reproduction & development: nests, eggs, and incubation
31	Reproduction & development: young birds & their parents
Nov. 3	Reproduction & development :brood parasites & cooperative breeders
5	Populations 1
7	Populations 2
10	Avian communities
12	Conservation of endangered species
14	Conservation of neotropical birds
17	Conservation of marine birds
19	Conservation of waterfowl: omitted
21	Conservation of raptors
24	Conservation of raptors
26	Forest management and birds
28	Holiday: Thanksgiving
Dec.1	Team Presentations: Team 2 and Team 3
3	Team Presentations: Team 1
5	Team Presentations: Teams 4 and 5
8	Team Presentations: Team 6
10	Review and Conclusions
17	FINAL EXAM: 830-10:20