Pre-requisite: 62103/62213
As humans are vertebrates we have a special interest in this subphylum of the Phylum Chordata. This unit teaches the classification, morphology, anatomy, function and lifestyle of lower chordates and vertebrates. Topics include the classification and natural history of the Urochordata, Cephalochordata Agnatha, Chondrichthyes, Osteichthyes, Amphibia, Reptilia, Aves and Mammalia, together with comparative study of major organ systems.