The identification and collection of the common vascular plants of Colorado is studied. Lectures include principles plant terminology, characteristics of major plant families, phylogenetic relationships, and uses of the plants. Laboratories consist of identification of the plants in the field and on herbarium mounts. A student collection is required. A comprehensive study of the microscopic structure and appearance of body tissues and of the tissue composition of body organs, mainly as seen in mammals.
Emphasis is placed on the laboratory.
Correlations are drawn between structure and function. Laboratory drawings are required. A comprehensive study is made of the evolution of structure and function of vertebrates. The laboratory portion of the course is emphasized and will consist of detailed dissections of vertebrates representing several classes. A survey is made of the major classes of arthropods.