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Course: |
BIO 220
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Title: | General Zoology w/Lab: SC1 |
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Long Title: | General Zoology with Lab: GT-SC1 |
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Course Description: | Focuses on the study of invertebrate and vertebrate animals and examines structure, evolutionary development, ecology, classification, physiology, reproduction, and zoogeography. A survey of zoological diversity emphasizing the characteristics, zoological contributions, and classification of animal phyla and major classes, this course requires hands-on laboratory and field experience. This course is designed for biology majors. |
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Min Credit: | 5 |
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STANDARD COMPETENCIES:
I. Examine contrasting theories interpreting zoological phenomena by evaluating evidence in a scientific manner (includes information on evolution, development, ethology and ecology).
II. Discuss the criteria used in constructing animal phylogenies.
III. Assess the zoological evidence supporting contrasting theories associated with the major animal body plans.
IV. Evaluate contrasting views on vertebrate and arthropod phylogeny and classification.
V. Apply the zoological perspective to comprehension and enjoyment of the animal world.
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
I. Patterns of Animal Evolution.
II. Classification Categories.
III. Animal Cells and Tissues.
IV. Invertebrate Phyla.
V. Chordates.
VI. Vertebrate Classes.
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