8977 (v.7) Vertebrate Animals 202
| Area: | Department of Environment and Agriculture |
|---|---|
| Credits: | 25.0 |
| Contact Hours: | 5.5 |
| Tuition Patterns: | The tuition pattern provides details of the types of classes and their duration. This is to be used as a guide only. Precise information is included in the unit outline. |
| Lecture: | 1 x 2 Hours Weekly |
| Laboratory: | 1 x 3 Hours Weekly |
| Fieldwork: | 1 x 2 Days Once-only |
| Prerequisite(s): |
1762 (v.4)
Animal Biology 102
or any previous version
OR Admission into 305347 (v.2) Bachelor of Science (Applied Geology), Bachelor of Science (Environmental Biology) or any previous version |
| Syllabus: | Vertebrate animals investigates the diversity of vertebrate life in a phylogenetic context. The taxonomy, evolution, ecology, ethology, anatomy and physiology of all major groups of vertebrate animals are examined. The unit highlights the integration of structure and function and examines patterns of organisation with an evolutionary approach. Specialisations and adaptations of vertebrate animals to their environment will be investigated, revealing a wide diversity of biological mechanisms, processes and responses. |
| Unit references, texts, outcomes and assessment details | The most up-to-date information about unit references, texts and outcomes, will be provided in the unit outline. |
| Field of Education: | 010900 Biological Sciences (Narrow Grouping) |
| Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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