BIOL& 212 - Majors Animal

6.0 Credits
Second in three-quarter series (211, 212, 213). An introduction to the patterns and mechanisms of evolution, and animal (invertebrate and vertebrate) diversity, development, anatomy, and physiology. A course for life-science majors and pre-professionals (was BIOL 202). Prerequisite: BIOL& 211 (was BIOL 201), ENGL& 101 (was ENGL 105) and CHEM& 121 (was CHEM 101) or CHEM& 143 (was CHEM 133) or equivalent each with a grade of 2.0 or higher.

Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

Demonstrate a critical and basic understanding of the nature, process and methodology of science, especially as it relates to the study of evolution, population genetics, animal phylogeny, physiology and development. [REASON]
Describe, identify, and explain, with examples, the important concepts of biology that apply to evolutionary biology, population genetics, animal phylogeny, physiology and development. [REASON]
Describe, compare and contrast major animal phyla with respect to structure and function of the major organ systems (using anatomical, physiological and evolutionary perspectives). [REASON]
Integrate across levels of biological organization to explain particular evolutionary processes, animal morphology and animal physiology. [REASON]
Communicate effectively using language and understanding of evolutionary biology, developmental biology, zoology and animal physiology. [COMMUNICATE]
Correctly and appropriately collect and analyze data, including basic statistical testing. [REASON]
Appropriately select and properly and safely use a variety of laboratory techniques and instruments, including observation & critical examination of microscopic of animal cells, tissues and organs and the basic principles of dissection of animal tissues and organs. [ACT]
Productively work in groups to successfully complete group activities and assignments. [COMMUNICATE]
Demonstrate information literacy: determine the extent of information needed, access information legally and efficiently, evaluate sources critically and incorporate the information effectively and ethically into scientific writing. [REASON]