BIOL& 212 Biology Majors Animal • 6 Cr.
Description
Second in a three-course sequence for science majors and pre-professional students. Topics include evolution of species, embryonic development of animals, vertebrate systems, and animal taxonomy. Prerequisite: BIOL& 211 (prev BIOL 201).
Outcomes
After completing this class, students should be able to:
- Describe the theory of evolution, including principles and mechanisms of microevolution, speciation and macroevolution
- Describe the evidence supporting the theory of evolution
- Identify key events in the history of life on Earth, including hypotheses concerning the origins of life, organelles, and multicellularity
- Construct and interpret phylogenetic diagrams from morphological and genetic data
- Identify distinguishing characters of major animal taxa using phylogenetics as a comparative tool
- Describe the diverse adaptations and ecological roles of organisms within each taxon
- Describe and compare the major organ systems in animals, with emphasis on chordate structure and function. Contrast key structures between chordate and invertebrate organisms
- Exhibit science study and process skills including making quality observations, using microscopes safely, and writing taxonomy
Offered
- Spring 2020
- Winter 2020 (current quarter)
- Fall 2019
- Summer 2019