BIO2201 Vertebrates Biology

This course is designed to provide learners with a comprehension of a diversity of vertebrates (fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals) using an evolutionary approach. Morphological, physiological, ecological and behavioral adaptations in relation to feeding, locomotion, communication, reproduction, and conservation will be emphasized. A comparative approach will be used when studying animals

Course objectives     
By the end of the course students will be able to:

• Describe the morphological, physiological and behavioral adaptations for locomotion, feeding, communication, reproduction in vertebrates
• Trace the evolutionary origin and classify vertebrates
• Describe  the various method s to conserve vertebrates

Expected outcomes

• Produce graduates with who can teach biology comprehensively
• Produce nature- concerned citizens