BI 342 - Embryology

Course Description: The principles of vertebrate embryonic development are discussed. Consideration is given to the origins of the modern theories of development. The embryology of the frog, chick, and pig is included in the laboratory. Prerequisite: BI 114.

Credit Hours: 3:3:4

Learning Outcomes: Students successfully completing this course will be able to:

• Describe human sexual anatomy.
• Describe hormonal regulation of human fertility cycles.
• Describe gametogenesis.
• Describe the events of fertilization.
• Describe how polarity is established in the early embryo.
• Describe the events and significance of early cleavage, blastulation, and
  gastrulation.
• Describe neurulation and development of axial structures.
• Describe how embryos get nourishment.
• Describe the development of basic body structures and systems.

Course Assessment: The teaching techniques utilized in this course include: traditional lectures by the instructor, in-class discussions with other students, and completion of pertinent homework problems. The student's overall command of embryology will be measured with four regular examinations over lecture material. The examinations will be composed of short answer, labeling, multiple choice and essay questions.

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