Selected topics in biology. May include laboratory depending on subject.
| Distribution Area | Prerequisites | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Science and Mathematics | 1/2-1 course |
Winter Term information
Henning Schneider190A: Tps:Comparative Functional Anatomy
Course Time: 9:30-11:30am and 1:00-3:00pm MTRF
Fees: $50
Prerequisites: None
This short intensive course (with laboratory) will introduce students to the anatomical organization of organ systems in vertebrate animals and humans. Topics include circulatory systems, digestive system, reproductive system, and the nervous system. (Kidney function). Procedures in the lab will include dissection of organ systems of several vertebrate species, such as pig, mouse, and frog. The histology of tissues will be examined using microscope slides. May include preparation of tissue sections for microscopical analysis. Student will gain insight into the anatomical organization and physiology of organs, organ systems and tissues in vertebrate animals and humans.