C11119 Animal Kingdom
(Last Updated:08 April 2013)
Year 13/14
Total Credits: 10
Level: Level 1
Target Students: Compulsory for students registered for C100/C101
Biology; C300/C301 Zoology; C400/C401 Genetics + C410/C420 Human
Genetics but not restricted to them. Students are reminded that
enrolments which are not agreed by the Offering School in advance may
be cancelled without notice. There is a limited number of places on this
module. Students are reminded that enrolments which are not agreed by
the Offering School in advance may be cancelled without
notice. Available to JYA/Erasmus students.
This Module has been identified as being particularly suitable for first
year students, including those from other Schools.
Taught Semesters:
Semester
Autumn
Assessment
Assessed by end of Autumn Semester
Prerequisites: A-Level Biology or equivalent.
Corequisites: None.
Summary of Content: An introduction to animal design and evolution,
and environmental exploitation, adopting a problem solving approach.
Themes covered include: Diversity and order in animal design understanding evolutionary advancement by reference to grades of
organisation. Movement and support in invertebrates and vertebrates strategies of movement and support in water, on land and in the air.
Module Web Links:
Reading List
Method and Frequency of Class:
Activity
Lecture
Number Of
Weeks
Number of sessions Duration of a session
7 weeks
4 per week
1 hour
Practical 4 weeks
1 per week
3 hours
Activities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only in
specified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takes place
in some weeks of a Semester
Further Activity Details:
Three hours of direct contact per week.
Method of Assessment:
Assessment Type
Weight
Requirements
Exam 1
50
2 hour multiple choice
examination
Coursework 1
50
Laboratory report
Convenor:
Dr M Gering
Education Aims: To introduce students to the diversity of invertebrate
and vertebrate animals by considering the way in which evolutionary
pressures have shaped their form and function to enable them to live in
habitats ranging from the poles to the deep oceans.
Learning Outcomes: Learning Outcomes: A1 An appreciation of the
way in which the animal kingdom relates to other aspects of biology and
the natural sciences. A2 An appreciation of historic and modern views on
the evolution and interrelationships of different groups of animals A4
Knowledge and use of appropriate terminology, nomenclature and
classification in describing the animal kingdom A5 genetics and evolution
of animals A7 animal structure and physiology B2. think independently
about the interrelationships of animals while giving due weight to the
arguments of others. B4. acquire substantial quantities of information
systematically, process it effectively, and draw appropriate conclusions B5.
make and record accurate observations and measurements in laboratory
work carry out scientific research and evaluate and make use of the
material so acquired C2. write lab reports using appropriate styles,
conventions, and terminology C3. work safely in the laboratory and
assess related safety issues C5. undertake practical experimental work
using appropriate equipment and instruments C6. apply basic knowledge
of practical approaches and techniques D1. communicate effectively in
writing a laboratory report D3. organise and manage their working time,
schedule tasks, and meet deadlines D4. use and access information and
communication technology D5. reflect on and assess their own progress,
strengths and weaknesses D6. manage and manipulate numerical data
from laboratory work D7. work productively with others in group
laboratory experiments
Offering School: Life Sciences
An introduction to the module.
Introducing animals
Diversity and unity
Classification and animals
Building family trees
Complexity 1 Being an animal
Complexity 2 Building an animal
Sponges (parazoa)
Cnidaria (radiate)
Cavities and worms
Lophotrochozoa 1
Lophotrochozoa 2
Ecdysozoa 1
Ecdysozoa 2
Insects - the key innovations
Insects - diversifications
Insects - the evolution of flight
Insects - the compound eye
Insects - the pupal stage
Prehistorics inverterates and the
genetic unity of the animals
Deuterostomes
Chordates
Vertebrates - introduction
Vertebrates - moving in water
Vertebrates - tetrapods
Vertebrates - mammals
Vertebrates - moving on land
Vertebrates-flight
Taxonomy
Lecture Fri 27/09/2013 09:00 - 10:00 Biology B3
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Lecture Tue 29/10/2013 12:00 - 13:00 Biology B3
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Wed 30/10/2013 09:00
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Animal Kingdom Practical Classes
Practical Wed 13/11/2013 10:00 -
The fossil record
Mock MCQ examination
Lecture Fri 15/11/2013 09:00 Lecture Tue 19/11/2013 12:00 -
Animal Kingdom Practical Classes
Practical Wed 20/11/2013 10:00 -
10:00 Biology B3
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13:00 Biology B3
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10:00 Biology B3
Biology
A01 Lab
Biology
A36 Lab
13:00
Biology
A50 Lab
Biology A8
Lab
10:00 Biology B3
13:00 Biology B3
Biology
A01 Lab
Biology
A36 Lab
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Biology
A50 Lab
Biology A8
Lab
Animal Kingdom Practical Classes
Animal Kingdom Practical Classes
Biology
A01 Lab
Biology
A36 Lab
Practical Wed 27/11/2013 10:00 - 13:00
Biology
A50 Lab
Biology A8
Lab
Biology
A01 Lab
Biology
A36 Lab
Practical Wed 04/12/2013 10:00 - 13:00
Biology
A50 Lab
Biology A8
Lab