BIOLOGY 3XL3 - Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy & Physiology

3 unit(s)

Major organ systems (cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, skeletal, muscle, gastrointestinal) form and function compared across taxa (within vertebrates) and environments (heat, cold, salt, and oxygen stress).
Two lectures, one lab (three hours); one term
Prerequisite(s): BIOLOGY 2A03 and registration in Level III or above of any Honours program; or both BIOLOGY 1A03 (or BIOLOGY 1A01 and 1A02) and registration in Level III or above of Honours Kinesiology. BIOCHEM 2EE3 and 3G03 are recommended.
Offered in alternate years.
Priority will be given to students enrolled in the Honours Biology - Physiology Research Specialization program.