BIOL 3807 - Comparative Anatomy

4 hours

Prerequisites: BIOL 1108 with a grade of “C” or better. This class explores the anatomical similarities and differences among the vertebrate classes, while explaining the evolutionary development of current anatomical diversity. Biomechanics and functional design of vertebrates are also considered. In the laboratory, a series of representative vertebrates is dissected in order to familiarize students with the specific components of the various systems and to provide experience in dissection.

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