| Area: |
Department of Environmental Biology |
| Credits: |
25.0 |
| Contact Hours: |
5.0 |
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| ** The tuition pattern below provides details of the types of classes and their duration. This is to be used as a guide only. For more precise information please check your unit outline. ** |
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| Lecture: |
1 x 2 Hours Weekly |
| Laboratory: |
1 x 3 Hours Weekly |
| Prerequisite(s): |
1762 (v.4) Animal Biology 102 or any previous version
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| Syllabus: |
Comparative animal physiology investigates the biological processes that occur for vertebrate life to exist and discusses the function and activity of all major vertebrate groups. A systems approach is used, highlighting the physical, chemical and biochemical principles common to physiological systems, such as respiration, digestion and excretion, at various levels of organisation, from the whole animal, through organ systems, organs, cells and organelles to membranes. The fundamental importance of regulatory systems in maintenance of internal homeostasis is demonstrated through topics such as water and ion balance and thermoregulation. A comparative approach explores the wide diversity of physiological mechanisms, processes and responses that occur in the various vertebrate groups, all of which must operate within basic physical and chemical constrains, but can vary dramatically in approach and operation. |
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| ** To ensure that the most up-to-date information about unit references, texts and outcomes appears, they will be provided in your unit outline prior to commencement. ** |
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| Field of Education: | 010900 Biological Sciences (Narrow Grouping) |
| Funding Cluster: | 08 - Engineering, Science, Surveying |
| SOLT (Online) Definitions*: | Informational
*Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information |
| Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
Availability |
| Availability Information has not been provided by the respective School or Area. Prospective students should contact the School or Area listed above for further information. |
