Topics discussed will include plant growth and development, metabolism, reproduction and response to the environment. The principles of plant biotechnology will also be introduced. Some plant physiology and tissue culture experiences will be included in the labs. An introduction to simple taxonomy and the major plant groups will also be offered. 217 Animal Histology A laboratory, lecture, and discussion course in the study of basic tissues and representative organs of the mammal.
Laboratory study is confined to light microscopy.
Contributions to ultrastructure by electron microscopy and other techniques are considered. For the latter, an opportunity to study the cells which produce the normal and pathological substances which the technologist measures. A systemic approach is used beginning with an overview, principles of evolution, and basic developmental biology. Lab will also include skeletal anatomy of representative vertebrates from each vertebrate class. A lecture and laboratory course on natural history, taxonomy, and ecological relationships of vertebrate animals.