This course is a phylogenetic survey of the animal Protista and Animalia with emphasis on structure and function of major phyla. It includes three hours of lecture weekly. The Lab, BI 303L, MUST be taken concurrently.
Lab permits detailed examination of selected species.
Lab sessions involve examination of representative organisms using microscopes and dissection techniques. Course is taught every other year, so about 18-20 students are usual. Students practice techniques of microscopy and dissection. Students study phylogeny using examples from the animal kingdom. Students develop more understanding or organism morphology, animal physiology, and animal behavior.