Morphology Advanced techniques in the study of vertebrates, including dissection and specimen preparation. Construction of animal skeletal materials, and detailed study and dissection of vertebrate organ systems will provide the basis for projects designed on an individual student basis. Two hours lecture and three hours laboratory. Scanning Electron Microscopy Theory and techniques of scanning electron microscopy. Lectures on theory of operation of the scanning electron microscope and specimen preparation.
Laboratory includes hands-on training in the use of the scanning electron microscope.
Laboratory projects will teach technical aspects of specimen preparation and microscope use. Three hours lecture and six hours laboratory. Transmission Electron Microscopy Theory and techniques of transmission electron microscopy. Lectures on theory of operation of the transmission electron microscope and specimen preparation. Laboratory includes hands-on training in the use of the transmission electron microscope.