Faculty of Science

Objectives

To understand the systematics, organisation and biology of chordates and their evolutionary trends as well as their economic importance.

Contents

Biology and economic importance of chordates, emphasizing classification; evolution; morphology and ecology from the perspective of adaptation; as exemplified by Hemichordata; Tunicata; Cephalochordata; Agnatha; Pisces; Amphibia; Reptilia; Aves and Mammalia.