BIOEE 2740

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BIOEE 2740
Vertebrates: Anatomy, Function, and Evolution

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

This course in organismal biology explores the anatomy and function of vertebrates from an evolutionary perspective. Lectures cover the origin, anatomy, physiology, ecology, and evolution of vertebrate groups, with a focus on organ systems, life history strategies, locomotion, behavior, ecology, and conservation. A concurrent lab provides hands-on experience with vertebrate anatomy and morphology. Overall, students will examine how form relates to function across diverse vertebrate lineages, investigate patterns of convergent evolution, and analyze factors driving biodiversity differences among groups. This course prepares students for advanced vertebrate biology courses (Ichthyology, Herpetology, Ornithology, Mammalogy) and provides excellent preparation for pre-vet and pre-med students through its comparative anatomical and physiological approach to understanding the organization of the vertebrate body.


Prerequisites BIOEE 1780 or equivalent, or instructor permission.

Fees Course fee, $35. Course fee.

Distribution Requirements (BSC-AG, OPHLS-AG), (BIO-AS)

Exploratory Studies (CU-SBY)

Last 1 Terms Offered 2025SP

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 13728 BIOEE 2740   LEC 001

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    • MWF Malott Hall 406
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Ballinger, M

      Dillman, C

      Lovette, I

      Womack, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Prerequisite: BIOEE 1780 or equivalent; or instructor permission.
    Course fee: $35. Laboratories include dissections of fresh and preserved vertebrate animals and noninvasive live animal demonstrations.

  • 13729 BIOEE 2740   LAB 401

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    • M Stimson Hall 310
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Ballinger, M

      Dillman, C

      Lovette, I

      Womack, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 13730 BIOEE 2740   LAB 402

  •  
    • T Stimson Hall 310
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Ballinger, M

      Dillman, C

      Lovette, I

      Womack, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 13731 BIOEE 2740   LAB 403

  •  
    • W Stimson Hall 310
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Ballinger, M

      Dillman, C

      Lovette, I

      Womack, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person