ZOOL11001  Invertebrate Zoology

The invertebrates are the largest and most diverse group of animals. They are found in all environments and habitats. This course provides an overview of the biology of the various invertebrate phyla and classes. As well as examining the life activities and classification of the various groups, special topics such as evolution, phylogeny, adaptation and ecology are discussed where relevant.

Text: Ruppert, E., & Barnes, R., Invertebrate Zoology, 6th ed., Saunders Publishing, 1994.