Introduction to the principles of evolution and animal physiology. Topics in evolution include the evidence for evolution, the process of microevolution, macroevolution, and basic phylogeny. Topics in animal physiology include tissues and organ systems, neural control, sensory perception, endocrine control, structural support and movement, circulation, immunity, respiration, digestion, reproduction, and development. This course is designed for psychological and brain sciences majors.

Prerequisites: MCDB 6 or MCDB 1A all with a grade of C- or better

3

Units

Letter

Grading

1, 2, 3

Passtime

None

Level Limit

Letters and science

College
Disallowed majors aqbio biocm biosc cdbio ecoev mcrbi phrma physy prbio zool
SHAY J
Jackie Shay
5.0
16 reviews
AI predicted, based on past grading trends of the course and instructor, class info, and 127 other factors
See All
Winter 2026 . Shay J Halling S E
ILP 1203
T R
15:30 PM - 16:45 PM
Winter 2024 . Marsh J
CHEM 1179
T R
08:00 AM - 09:15 AM
See All
EEMB 7 Marsh J Summer 2025 Total: 115
EEMB 7 Marsh J Winter 2025 Total: 332
See All
16
5.0
EEMB-7 . Shay J 6 Months Ago

I love Dr. Shay!!! She's very passionate about what she teaches & the class is pretty easy

0 helpful 0 unhelpful
EEMB-7 . Shay J 6 Months Ago

Dr. Shay is an AMAZING PROFESSOR. She cares so much about the classes that she teaches. She doesn't give up on what she loves the most. Everything she says is very clear, and if you are stuck or have a question, ASK HER. She will help you get the correct answers. ALSO, if you attend her office hours, you won't regret it at all.

0 helpful 0 unhelpful
EEMB-7 . Shay J 6 Months Ago

Amazing professor! She is always happy to help students learn deeper about the topics and encourages engagement with your peers. The lectures were always interesting and a taught me really cool information. You can tell she is very passionate about the subject and truly wants her students to succeed.

0 helpful 0 unhelpful
EEMB-7 . Shay J 7 Months Ago

Take her if you get the chance!! She is so awesome and probably my favorite teacher so far at UCSB. So caring, passionate, and engaging. Her lectures are far from boring and she makes the class totally reasonable. I adore her and miss her already!!!

0 helpful 0 unhelpful
EEMB-7 . Shay J 8 Months Ago

Work is very easy to complete and you will get a good score if you follow the criteria and engage thoughtfully.

0 helpful 0 unhelpful
EEMB-7 . Shay J 8 Months Ago

Dr. Shay is the best professor I have ever had. She really is there for the students. Over all she makes it very clear that your mental and physical health come before school in her class. She wants you to thrive and grow in her class which you cannot do when your hierarchy of needs are not met. Exceptions in class are clear.

0 helpful 0 unhelpful
See all 16 reviews
EEMB 2
94 / 200 Enrolled
Introductory Biology II--Ecology and Evolution
Anna James 4.9
T R
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
EEMB 2
99 / 860 Enrolled
Introductory Biology II--Ecology and Evolution
John Latto 4.8 Thomas Even 4.5
T R
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
EEMB 2Z
1 / 20 Enrolled
Selected Topics from EEMB 2
John Latto 4.8 Thomas Even 4.5
T R
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
EEMB 11
0 / 40 Enrolled
Biology Mentoring and Engagement I
Anna James 4.9
R
09:00 AM - 09:50 AM
EEMB 84
0 / 5 Enrolled
Internship in Biological Sciences
T B A
EEMB 92
0 / 20 Enrolled
Special Topics in Biology
Susan Mazer 3.6