Vertebrate Physiology/Anatomy
Students will demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of comparative vertebrate animal physiology and anatomy.
Critical Thinking
Students will develop critical thinking skills while learning concepts and understanding the tools used by comparative vertebrate animal physiologists and anatomists to study function and structure.
Life Enhancement
Students will use physiological and anatomical knowledge to enhance their personal lives.
Secure Employment
Students will use their skills and knowledge in comparative vertebrate animal physiology and anatomy to secure employment or to advance in higher education in biology-related disciplines.
Isotopic Techniques
Students will develop an understanding of physiologic isotopic techniques utilized to indicate energy sources, trophic levels, body water, and latitudinal and altitudinal animal migration reflected by stable isotopes of carbon, nitrogen, hydrogen and oxygen.
