BIOS 2041 Vertebrate Zoology
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 301257
Coordinator Christopher Turbill Opens in new window
Description This subject examines the functional ecology and diversity of vertebrate animals (fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals). It combines anatomy, physiology, ecology and behaviour, to explain how vertebrates survive and reproduce in relation to their environment. We will uncover the evolutionary relationships among vertebrate groups, and examine their adaptations to different environmental challenges. The subject also explores patterns in vertebrate diversity, with a focus on Australian ecosystems. Students further develop their knowledge of the scientific method to conduct their own project to investigate how environmental factors influence vertebrate animal abundance and diversity. Students may be required to travel to another campus to undertake this subject.
School Science
Discipline Zoology
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 2 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 2 subject
Pre-requisite(s) BIOS 1001
Incompatible Subjects BIOS 3023 Vertebrate Biodiversity
Restrictions
Successful completion of 60 credit points
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
Type | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
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Intra-session Exam | 45 minutes | 15 | N | Individual |
Intra-session Exam | 45 minutes | 15 | N | Individual |
Intra-session Exam | 45 minutes | 15 | N | Individual |
Report | 4x during semester | 20 | N | Individual |
Essay | 4,000 words | 35 | N | Individual |
Prescribed Texts
- Pough, FH, Janis, CM & Heiser, JB 2018, Vertebrate life, 10th edn, Pearson Education / Benjamin Cummings, San Francisco
Teaching Periods