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Invertebrates: Evolution, Behaviour and Diversity - BIOL316

This unit explores the fascinating world of invertebrate animals. The unit starts by briefly outlining the features of the major groups of invertebrate animals (excluding unicellular organisms). Once this is established, we move away from a taxonomic focus to discuss major topics including: mating systems, communication, host-parasite relationships, predator-prey interactions, biological control, climate change, and conservation. These major topics draw on examples from research papers on various groups of invertebrates. This unit is suitable for students who are interested in whole animal biology or biological education, or for students who are interested in further research.

Credit Points: 3
When Offered:

S1 Day - Session 1, North Ryde, Day

S1 External - Session 1, External (On-campus dates: Compulsory)

Staff Contact(s): Professor Lesley Hughes
Prerequisites:

39cp including BIOL208(P) Prerequisite Information

Corequisites:

NCCW(s):
Unit Designation(s):

Medical Sciences

Science

Unit Type:
Assessed As: Graded
Offered By:

Department of Biological Sciences

Faculty of Science

Timetable Information

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