Natural Sciences 191CNS71 - FYS- Animal Olympians

The fastest man on Earth, Usain Bolt, can run at a top speed of 29 mph, but cheetahs can go 0-60 mph in less than three seconds. The fastest marathoner runs at a pace of 5 min per mile, but a Bar-headed goose can keep that pace while flying 1,000's of miles over the Himalayas. For every feat of human athleticism, there is a more impressive example in the animal kingdom. So, how do they do it and why can't we? In this course, students will ask questions about the limits of human athleticism and find answers in the science of comparative physiology. Some in-class "experiments" in this course are sure to get your heart racing, so please bring a "competitive" spirit!

Open to Natural Sciences Freshman with a declared major or on the Natural Sciences Exploratory Track.