Catalog Description: BIO 401: INVERTEBRATE ZOOLOGY (F-C) Functional
morphology, life histories and evolutionary relationships of selected invertebrate phyla.
Three lectures, one three-hour laboratory. Prerequisite: BIO 111 or 202. (4
cr. hr.)
Additional
Information: This course is frequently taught by Dr. Rivest and the laboratories are held in Bowers Hall 237.
Biology 401
is an upper level biology elective course designed to expose students to some of
what is known about multicelled invertebrate animals. This course is not simply
an opportunity to learn about invertebrate diversity,
but also about
adaptation, evolution, reproductive patterns, and how invertebrates have
provided many useful models for studying basic biological phenomena. In
lectures we introduce the concepts and material, while in lab we examine a wide
range of material to enhance our understanding of invertebrate form and
function. Field trips and live animals are enjoyed when possible.