BIOL 410 - Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

BIOLOGY

Description:

This course emphasizes the adaptations of vertebrate morphology to the environmental conditions faced by vertebrates and their chordate ancestors in the remarkable range of habitats and conditions under which they occur. Structure-function relationships of the organs/organ systems, and the range of structural and evolutionary modifications of organ systems seen in different vertebrate classes will be covered. Also examined are the evolutionary history and phylogenetic relationships of the major vertebrate groups and vertebrate development. Prerequisite: BIOL 102/104. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Identify structural features of organs and organ systems of vertebrates (2) Learn the basic morphological features of representative chordate systems (3) Define the evolutionary basis of morphological differences and similarities among vertebrate taxa (4) Critically analyze, synthesize, and evaluate diverse sets of information concerning vertebrate anatomy

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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