Physiology is the study of how organisms regulate the flow of energy and maintain the conditions necessary for health, survival and reproduction. It might seem that physiology and behavior are quite separate fields, but physiology and behavior interact extensively to achieve common goals. In the animal physiology and behavior concentration, you will receive a rigorous and broad education by studying behavior and physiology from the perspectives of molecular and cellular biology, evolution, organ systems (neural, endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, immune, etc.), and the environment. Students in this concentration also learn to apply principles from mathematics, chemistry and physics. Discoveries are made at the laboratory bench and in the field, and students in this concentration are encouraged to participate in research projects in the labs of our faculty members. Additional Program Fee: Yes Second Language Requirement: No First Required Math Course: MAT 251 - Calculus for Life Sciences. Program Math Intensity:program math intensity substantial Substantial

The broad education and critical thinking skills students receive in this concentration are well suited for a variety of rewarding careers. Premed, prevet and predental students get the background and courses needed for professional school application and beyond. Many students go on to graduate school for academic, teaching or research careers in areas such as: endocrinology environmental or behavioral physiology human physiology metabolism neurobiology social behavior With a BS in this concentration, there are opportunities for technical positions in hospitals, research institutes, and industry (food, dairy, chemical, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology) as well as government laboratories and agencies. The most important skills students learn in the concentration are critical thinking and problem-solving skills that can be applied to many scientific problems and professions as well as the challenges of daily life. Example Careers: Students who complete this degree program may be prepared for the following careers. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions. Career examples include but are not limited to the following: *growth *median salary Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary 15.12% $79,900 Animal Scientists 13.15% $61,230 Aquacultural Managers Bright OutlookBright Outlook $64,660 Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary 15.12% $74,110 Clinical Research Coordinators Bright Outlook 15.45% $114,770 Farm and Ranch Managers Green OccupationGreen Bright Outlook $64,660 First-Line Supervisors of Animal Husbandry and Animal Care Workers $42,600 Foresters 12.13% $55,190 Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary 15.12% $80,330 Geneticists Bright Outlook 18.76% $70,790 Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary 15.12% $79,860 Life Scientists, All Other 16.33% $64,370 Molecular and Cellular Biologists Bright Outlook 18.76% $70,790 Natural Sciences Managers Green Occupation 15.45% $114,770 Park Naturalists 11.92% $59,530 Range Managers 11.92% $59,530 Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education Bright Outlook 8.85% $54,270 Soil and Water Conservationists Green Occupation 11.92% $59,530 Veterinarians Bright Outlook 32.95% $82,900 Veterinary Technologists and Technicians Bright Outlook 35.77% $30,140 Water Resource Specialists Green Occupation Bright Outlook 15.45% $114,770 Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Green Occupation 12.81% $57,420