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BIOLOGY 242 INVERTEBRATE ZOOLOGY LAB

 

TEXTBOOK: Invertebrate Zoology, a functional evolutionary approach. By Ruppert, Fox and Barnes.

 

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Laboratory studies include specific reference to classification, structure, function, ecology, and phylogeny of the major invertebrate phyla. Special emphasis is placed on the observation of living animals. Students are required to rear or culture several species of invertebrates. In addition, experience in using and constructing dichotomous keys will be given.

 

COURSE OBJECTIVES: The students will

1. gain understanding of the basic principles, concepts, and vocabulary of Invertebrate Zoology.

2. gain familiarity with the major and minor phyla of protozoans and invertebrates.

3. develop an appreciation of invertebrate and protozoan life cycles.

4. learn to spot identify and classify protozoans and invertebrates.  Students will master the use of dichotomous keys.

5. become familiar with invertebrate habitats, behavior, development, and morphology.

6. master the use of the microscope and live microscope observation.

7. have ample opportunity to observe, manipulate, and rear living invertebrates.

8. have the opportunity to develop an appreciation and love of the diversity, abundance, behavior, and ecological importance of both protozoans and invertebrates.

9. learn by doing a hands on the organisms approach.

10. leave the course with a hand illustrated and noted logbook of all organisms observed.

 

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