BIOL& 212 - Majors Animal

5 Credits

A comparative study of the major animal groups including anatomy, physiology, development, behavior within an evolutionary and ecological framework. Laboratory includes student research.

Pre-requisite(s) MATH 091 or higher min 2.0 and BIOL& 211 min 1.7 and CHEM& 161 or higher min 2.0
Course Note Previously BIOL 202
Fees

Quarters Typically Offered

Winter Day, Evening
Spring Day

Designed to Serve Transfer students majoring in the biological sciences.
Active Date 2015-05-28

Grading System Decimal Grade
Class Limit 24
Shared Learning Environment Yes
Contact Hours: Lecture 44 Lab 22 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
Total Contact Hours 66
Degree Distributions:
AA

Science
Science Lab

Course Outline
Phylogeny of the Animal kingdom
Animal organization
Systematic study of the animal kingdom:
- Nervous system and senses
- Endocrine system
- Musculoskeletal system
- Circulatory and Devense systems
- Respiratory system
- Digestive system
- Homeostatic regulation

Labs will cover the animal kingdom phylogenetically with an emphasis on dissection and adaptation

Student Learning Outcomes
Utilize the process of scientific inquiry as a means to understand issues related to animal biology

Reason analytically and critically when presented with unanswered questions

Communicate effectively in the style of animal biology in written and oral formats

Develop basic laboratory skills related to the field of study

Exhibit mastery of the basic animal biology content

Demonstrate accuracy, attention to detail and integrity in all course work