BIO 245 - Comparative Anatomy

1 course unit

Study of the evolution and morphology of vertebrates. Emphasis is given to the comparative study of vertebrate homology and the adaptive value of structure. Laboratories consist of detailed dissection of representative taxa with emphasis on shark, cat, and human anatomy. Three class hours plus three laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 151 Principles of Biology II: Cells & Organisms .