This unit of study provides an overview of the functional and phylogenetic diversity of invertebrate and vertebrate animals. The material is presented within the conceptual framework of evolution, the foundation of biology. Lectures explore the diversity of major functional systems and behaviour in the context of environmental challenges and the ecological roles of different animal groups. Laboratory classes include dissections and demonstrations of the functional anatomy of invertebrates and vertebrates, as well as experiments. This unit of study provides a suitable foundation for senior biology units of study.
Unit details and rules
Academic unit | Life and Environmental Sciences Academic Operations |
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Credit points | 6 |
Prerequisites
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None |
Corequisites
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None |
Prohibitions
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BIOL2921 or BIOL2011 or BIOL2911 or BIOL2012 or BIOL2912 |
Assumed knowledge
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BIOL1XXX or MBLG1XXX |
Available to study abroad and exchange students | Yes |
Teaching staff
Coordinator | Mathew Crowther, mathew.crowther@sydney.edu.au |
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Lecturer(s) | Ashley Ward, ashley.ward@sydney.edu.au |
Murray Thomson, murray.thomson@sydney.edu.au | |
Frank Seebacher, frank.seebacher@sydney.edu.au | |
Mathew Crowther, mathew.crowther@sydney.edu.au | |
Ros Gloag, ros.gloag@sydney.edu.au | |
Camilla Whittington, camilla.whittington@sydney.edu.au | |
Nicholas Wu, nicholas.wu@sydney.edu.au |