| Course Name: |
INVEREBRATES |
| Code |
Regular Semester |
Theoretical |
Practical |
Credits |
ECTS |
| BIO 205 |
3 |
2 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
|
| Name of Lecturer(s): |
Zhikal Omer |
| Teaching Assistant: |
Ms, Gasheen |
| Course Language: |
English |
| Course Type: |
Main |
| Office Hours |
Tuesday15:00-17:00 |
| Contact Email: |
[email protected]
Tel:07508297397 |
| Teacher’s academic profile: |
MSc. Physiology, Biology department, college of science, Salahaddin university BSc. Biology, biology department, college of science, Salahaddin university |
| Course Objectives: |
Most of the animal species on planet Earth are invertebrates! This course will explore the diversity of invertebrates, emphasizing taxonomy,physiology,feeding, habits, ecology, behavior and reproductive strategies of major invertebrate groups, with the exception of Arthropods. We will explore the following four themes: 1) Invertebrate diversity 2) Observing structure/function relationships highlights that the basic requirements for animal life have been met in many different ways. 3) The ecology of invertebrates is complex, diverse, and fundamental to many ecosystems. 4) Knowledge of invertebrates has countless applications – they are important model organisms, impact human health, provide information on environmental heath, and inspire engineering |
| Course Description (Course overview): |
Course covers the taxonomy, ecology, morphology, life histories, and evolution of invertebrate animals. Includes laboratory experiences. |
COURSE CONTENT
| Week |
Hour |
Date |
Topic |
| 1 |
2 |
2-6/10/2022 |
Introduction to living organisms |
| 2 |
2 |
9-13/10/2022 |
Taxonomy and Systematics, Protozoans |
|
| 3 |
2 |
16-20/10/2022 |
Phyla of protozoa |
| 4 |
2 |
23-27/10/2022 |
Phyla of protozoa |
|
| 5 |
2 |
30/10-3/11/2022 |
Phylum Porifera |
| 6 |
2 |
6-10/11/2022 |
Phylum Cnidaria |
|
| 7 |
2 |
13-17/11/2022 |
Midterm Exam |
| 8 |
2 |
20-24/11/2022 |
Midterm exam |
|
| 9 |
2 |
27/11-1/12/2022 |
Phylum Platyhelminthes |
| 10 |
2 |
4-8/12/2022 |
Phylum Platyhelminthes |
|
| 11 |
2 |
11-15/12/2022 |
Phylum Nemerta |
| 12 |
2 |
18-22/12/2022 |
Phylum Nematoda |
|
| 13 |
2 |
25-29/12/2022 |
Phylum Annelida |
| 14 |
2 |
1-5/1/2023 |
Phylum Mollusca |
|
| 15 |
2 |
8-12/1/2023 |
Final Exam |
| 16 |
2 |
15-19/1/2023 |
Final Exam |
|
|
COURSE/STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
|
|
| 1 |
To study characteristics of major invertebrate groups |
| 2 |
To study taxonomy of major invertebrate groups |
| 3 |
To understand physiological structures of invertebrates |
| 4 |
To understand ecological behaviors of invertebrates |
| 5 |
To examine structures of invertebrate in lab. |
|
COURSE’S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM OUTCOMES
(Blank : no contribution, I: Introduction, P: Profecient, A: Advanced )
|
Program Learning Outcomes |
Cont. |
| 1 |
Write accurately and clearly about biology topics that conform to the scientific conventions of that field. |
I |
| 2 |
Describe the molecular components of living things, their heredity transformations and the main concerns in these biological process |
I |
| 3 |
Identify and analyze the microorganisms including bacteria, fungi and virus and their roles in nature. |
|
| 4 |
Characterize the features of plant organs/tissues/cells/organelles involved in cellular respiration, photosynthesis, reproduction and growth. |
|
| 5 |
Describe the micro and macro anatomy of the living systems and recognize the relationship between structure and function at all biological systems and levels. |
P |
| 6 |
Apply safety and proper techniques in the laboratory, and report the results of conducted experiments. |
I |
| 7 |
Use appropriate methods and techniques to improve their students’ critical thinking, creative thinking and problem-solving skills. |
|
| 8 |
Effectively organize and manage classrooms. |
|
| 9 |
Use required methods and techniques for student-centered teaching by considering individual and cultural differences of students. |
|
| 10 |
Develop research studies that applies quantitative or qualitative research methods that address research questions in the field. |
|
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| Prerequisites (Course Reading List and References): |
Zoology(Clarke G. (2017). Zoology. Carcanet. |
| Student’s obligation (Special Requirements): |
In the performance of all work in this course each student is expected to adhere to the standards of ethical behavior as stated in the University students’ handbook. students are required to come to the class on time handout notes practical report lab coat quizzes midterm and final exams |
| Weekly Laboratory/Practice Plan: |
| Week |
Hour |
Date |
Topics |
| 1 |
2 |
2-6/10/2022 |
Introduction |
| 2 |
2 |
9-13/10/2022 |
usage of microscope |
|
| 3 |
2 |
16-20/10/2022 |
protozoa |
| 4 |
2 |
23-27/10/2022 |
protozoa |
|
| 5 |
2 |
30/10-3/11/2022 |
porifera |
| 6 |
2 |
6-10/11/2022 |
coelentaretes |
|
| 7 |
2 |
13-17/11/2022 |
colelenterates |
| 8 |
2 |
20-24/11/2022 |
worms-parasites |
|
| 9 |
2 |
27/11-1/12/2022 |
worms-parasite |
| 10 |
2 |
4-8/12/2022 |
midterm |
|
| 11 |
2 |
11-15/12/2022 |
Annelida |
| 12 |
2 |
18-22/12/2022 |
Annelida |
|
| 13 |
2 |
25-29/12/2022 |
Mollusca |
| 14 |
2 |
1-5/1/2023 |
Echinodermata |
|
| 15 |
2 |
8-12/1/2023 |
final |
| 16 |
2 |
15-19/1/2023 |
final |
|
|
| Course Book/Textbook: |
1.Hickman C. P. Kats L. B. Keen S. L. Ober W. C. & Ober C. W. (2020). Laboratory studies in integrated principles of zoology (Eithteenth). Mcgraw-Hill Education. |
| Other Course Materials/References: |
1.R.L. Kotpal. (2015) .Modern Textbook Of Zoology Vertebrates 2. Miller-Harley: Zoology Fifth Edition The MacGraw Hill Company 2001. 3. S.S.Lal-Practical Zoology Invertebrate-Rastogi Publications.India 2009 4. Campbell,Mitchel,Reece. Biology Cocepts and Connections. Benjamin Cummings Publication 2009 |
| Teaching Methods (Forms of Teaching): |
Lectures, Practical sessions, Presentation, Seminar, Project, Assignments, Demonstation, audio-visual program, , |
COURSE EVALUATION CRITERIA
| Method |
Quantity |
Percentage (%) |
| Quiz |
3 |
2.5 |
| Homework |
2 |
2 |
| Project |
1 |
5 |
| Midterm Exam |
1 |
20 |
| Presentation |
1 |
5 |
| Laboratory |
1 |
8.5 |
| Practical Exam |
1 |
10 |
| Final Exam |
1 |
40 |
| Total |
100 |
|
Examinations: Essay Questions, True-False, Fill in the Blanks, Multiple Choices, Short Answers, Matching, , , |
|
| Extra Notes:
|
ECTS (ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT) WORKLOAD
| Activities |
Quantity |
Workload Hours for 1 quantity* |
Total Workload |
| Theoretical Hours |
16 |
2 |
32 |
| Practical Hours |
16 |
2 |
16 |
| Final Exam |
1 |
15 |
15 |
| Quiz |
3 |
2 |
6 |
| Homework |
2 |
2 |
4 |
| Project |
1 |
8 |
8 |
| Midterm Exam |
1 |
8 |
8 |
| Presentation |
1 |
6 |
6 |
| Laboratory |
1 |
6 |
6 |
| Practical Exam |
1 |
4 |
4 |
| Total Workload |
105 |
| ECTS Credit (Total workload/25) |
4 |
|
