An introduction to basic physical and chemical principles followed by a detailed study of cell structure and function is presented. Students pursue a systematic study of certain systems. K Students gain a thorough knowledge of the systems of the human body with particular emphasis on physiology and the interrelatedness of structure and function. K Students understand the anatomy, life cycles and systematic relationships of invertebrates. They compare the physiology and habits of terrestrial, aquatic and parasitic invertebrates.
Students become knowledgeable of the evolution and adaptations of selected invertebrates.
K Students study the structure, physiology, classification, and identification of insects. K Students participate in an integrated study of the developmental anatomy of selected vertebrates, including man. Students compare the organs and systems of representative vertebrates in order to acquire an understanding of living organisms in the past, present, and future. K Students gain an introduction to general embryology. Embryological processes examined by students include gametogenesis, fertilization, cleavage, gastrulation, neurulation and organogenesis.