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ZOO & AQUARIUM
SCIENCE


Program Location:
Potter Park Zoo
(shuttle available from LCC West)

Session Offered: AM/PM

Average Lecture Days/Week: 3-4 days

Average Lab Days/Week: 2-3 days

Homework: Weekly

Required reading:
College level textbooks
Workbooks
Less than 25 pages/week

LCC Credits Available: No direct college
credit available

This program is designed for students who have career
interests in zoology, marine and animal science, veterinary
medicine, conservation and/or environmental education.
This is an in-depth, hands on learning experience in a real
world settingPotter Park Zoo. In addition to classroom
work, students will be expected to actively participate in
zoo activities. Students must be willing to tolerate working
in various weather conditions. Rain jackets are provided.
No LCC credit is available for this course.

Student learning outcomes include but are not limited to:
Themes Integrated Throughout the Curriculum:
o Exposure to a variety of animal related career opportunities
o Development of a portfolio to be used as a tool for post-secondary planning
The Role of Zoos Today
o Understand the progression of zoos throughout history and recognize the impact that the
Association of Zoos and Aquariums has on the present activities and future of zoos
o Investigate current conservation issues, understand their effect on the on animals, and discover
ways to reduce our impact
o Learn how to properly handle education animals and use them to develop and present an
education program to peers
Anatomy and Physiology
o Identify parts of animal bodies, both internally and externally
o Understand processes and interactions between animal body systems
o Compare parts and systems between a variety of animal taxa
Animal Health
o Recognize the signs and symptoms of poor animal health and learn a variety of potential
treatment options
o Develop vet science related skills including positively interacting with clients, performing
physical exams and fecal analyses, and giving injections
Caring for Animals in Captivity
o Study the latest innovations in exhibit design to create a new zoo exhibit that meets the needs of
keepers, animals, and the public
o Understand connection between animal behavior, welfare and enrichment in both exotic and
domestic animals
o Shadow keepers to learn about their duties at Potter Park Zoo

Eaton Intermediate does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in its programs and activities. Civil
Rights Coordinators are located at 1790 E. Packard Hwy, Charlotte Michigan to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies.
Telephone (517) 543-5500.