Nov 22, 2024

2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalog

2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

BI 211 Comparative Anatomy and Physiology

In this comparative study of the structure and function of vertebrate and invertebrate organisms, lecture emphasizes evolutionary adaptation leading to solutions of environmental challenges. Laboratory exercises include observation and dissection of representative animal examples to highlight structural adaptations that determine function. This course must be completed prior to enrollment in BI 490.

Three class hours and three laboratory hours weekly.

Prerequisite: BI 101 and BI 102; or written permission of the instructor and Department Chair.