BI 312 - Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy

Institution:

Wagner College

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One unit. Two hours of lecture and four hours of laboratory weekly. In the beginning of this lab-intensive course, the evolution of vertebrates within the phylum Chordata is discussed. The morphological and anatomical similarities and diversities of the vertebrate classes are then studied on the level of their organ systems. Through these studies students uncover evolutionary relationships between the different vertebrate groups and become aware of different adaptations to environmental challenges. Laboratories use the vertebrate collection and concentrate on dissections of representatives of the different vertebrate classes. During the laboratories the students compose their personal dissection guide for vertebrates. Not open to students who have successfully completed Biology 209, 210. Prerequisites include the following four foundation biology courses: Biology 213, 215, 217 and 219. Students not majoring in biology should have Biology 217 and permission of the instructor. Offered fall semester of odd-numbered years.

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2.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wagner.edu

Phone Number:

(718) 390-3100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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