BIO 474 - Comparative Anatomy of Vertebrates

The anatomy of the vertebrate organ systems is studied on a comparative basis, which emphasizes the evolutionary development of the groups. Laboratory work includes detailed dissection of a shark and cat.

Credit 4 hrs Normal (A-F)
May not be repeated for additional credit

Course Rotation: Fall

Prerequisites - (BIO 120 with a “C” or higher and BIO 121 with a “C” or higher) or BIO 140 with a “C” or higher
Other Restrictions -
Restriction by Major -
Restriction by Class -

Additional Information:

Keywords: biology, zoology
Equivalent Courses: ZOOL 431
Updates: Graduate Credit rescinded 2/2015, effective Fall 2015; Course Rotation added 8/2014; Change to prerequisite 7/2014, effective Summer 2015; Graduate Credit added 7/2011

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