DE LA SALLE UNIVERSITY 
College of Science
 Department of Biology
LBYBI11-Comparative Anatomy of Vertebrates Laboratory for BIOCHEM Students
Prerequisite:  BASBIOL                                       Prerequisite to :  LBYBIO4, LBYBIO5
						 Instructor   :  ______________________________    Contact details :  ________________________
   Consultation Hours: ________________________   Class Schedule and Room : ________________

Course Description	
LBYBIO3 (Comparative Anatomy of Vertebrates Laboratory) is a 2-units laboratory course that deals with the study of basic patterns of vertebrates through dissection of representative animals.

Learning Outcomes	
On completion of this course, the student is expected to present the following learning outcomes in line with the Expected Lasallian Graduate Attributes (ELGA)
ELGA	Learning Outcomes	
Critical and Creative Thinker
Effective Communicator
Reflective Lifelong Learner
Service-Driven Citizen	On completion of the course, the student is expected to be able to compare and contrast the structures of the different vertebrate groups to characterize and explain its phylogenetic relationships by applying laboratory techniques and skills, closely following lab instructions and procedures, and actively working with peers in the laboratory class. 	

Final Course Output	
As evidence of attaining the above learning outcomes, the student is required to do and submit the following during the indicated dates of the term.
Learning Outcome	Required Output	Due Date	
On completion of the course, the student is expected to be able to compare and contrast the structures of the different vertebrate groups to characterize and explain its phylogenetic relationships by applying laboratory techniques and skills, closely following lab instructions and procedures, and actively working with peers in the laboratory class. 	Group Presentation of Assigned Topics:
-	Group presentation- each group delivers a Powerpoint presentation as output for collating researched data for an assigned topic.	Week 8 - 9	
	Laboratory Exercises:
•		Week 12-13	

Rubric for assessment	
The following are the Rubrics that will serve as the basis for assessing the performance of the students on their preparations and presentation of the required final output for the course.
A.  Group Presentation
CRITERIA	Experts! 
(3.5-4.0)	Team Players 
(2.5-3.4)	Laid Back 
(1.5-2.4)	Spacemen 
(1.0-1.4)	
Set Objectives
(30%)	Objectives were set from the start of the presentation, and were reviewed at the conclusion of the presentation to remind the audience of the value of gained information.
Moreover, the group interacted with the audience to gauge the degree of appreciation to the value and application of biotechnology.	Objectives were set from the start of the presentation, and were reviewed at the conclusion of the presentation to remind the audience of the value of gained information.	Objectives were set from the start of the presentation, but were not reviewed at the conclusion of the presentation to remind the audience of the value of gained information.	No objectives were set for the group’s presentation.

	

Content of Presentation
(30%)	The prescribed format of the presentation was followed, and the concepts were simplified with examples and most recent developments or information.	The prescribed format of the presentation was followed, and the concepts were simplified.	The prescribed format of the presentation was partly followed, and the concepts were partly technical.	The prescribed format was not followed, and the concepts were very technical.	
Overall Performance of the Group
(20%)	The group’s preparedness was reflected in their familiarity with their presentation, by not reading from the slides, and by the way they engaged the audience during the presentation.
Moreover, they were properly dressed and poised during the presentation.	The group’s preparedness was reflected in their familiarity with their presentation, by not reading from the slides, and by the way they engaged the audience during the presentation.	The group showed partial preparedness because they were partially familiar with their presentation, read from the slides once in awhile, and were not confident when engaging the audience during the presentation.	The group was not familiar with their presentation, they constantly read from the slides, and did not engage their audience during the presentation.	
Presentation of the Topic
(20%)	The presentation involved the creative and impressive use of computer-assisted visual aids, with less text to read.
Moreover, other form of visual aid was used to break the monotony of software application.	The presentation involved the use of computer-assisted visual aids, with less text to read.	The presentation involved the use of computer-assisted visual aids, with more text to read than images to understand highlighted points.	The presentation involved the use of computer-assisted visual aids, with too many texts to read, and only a few images to ponder at points highlighted.	

Additional Requirements	
	ACTIVE individual participation in the pre-lab and post-lab discussions and activities/exercises, especially, in animal dissection.
	Submission of individual output, such as, laboratory exercises, group output, assignments, etc.
	Pass all laboratory assessments, which is five (5) long examinations (practical and written). NO make-up quiz, practical or final exam will be given except in credible cases duly noted by the Vice Dean.

Grading System	

Long Exams (Practical and Written)               96%             
And Quizzes
Good Dissection                                                  2%
Submission of harvested organs                         2%
   (heart, brain)
Total                                                                  100%
Passing Grade                                                     60%
	Scale:
         92-100%	            4.0
         86-91%	             3.5
         80-85%	             3.0
         75-79%	             2.5
         70-74%	             2.0
         65-69%	             1.5
         60-64%	             1.0
             <60%	             0.0	

Learning Plan	

Learning Outcomes	Laboratory Topic	Week	Learning Activities	
On completion of the course, the student is expected to be able to compare and contrast the structures of the different vertebrate groups to characterize and explain its phylogenetic relationships by applying laboratory techniques and skills, closely following lab instructions and procedures, and actively working with peers in the laboratory class. 	General Directions	1-2	Class Pre and Post Lab Discussions	
	External anatomy and adaptive 
    radiations – tunicates, amphioxus, 
    chondrichthyes, osteichthyes, 
    reptilia, amphibia, aves, mammals			
	Skin and Exoskeletons – frog skin, 
   dermal scales of fishes, exoskeleton 
  of  turtles feathers, hoofs, horns, tails			
	FIRST LABORATORY EXAM			
	Endoskeleton
    Vertebral column, ribs and girdles
    Sternum, paired appendages, skull 
     and  visceral skeleton	
3-4	
Class Pre and Post Lab Discussions	
	SECOND LABORATORY EXAM			
	Muscular System	5-8	Class Pre and Post Lab Discussions
Dissection Demonstration	
	THIRD LABORATORY EXAM			
	Coelom, Digestive and Respiratory 
    Systems	8-11	Class Pre and Post Lab Discussions
Dissection Demonstration	
	Urogenital System			
	FOURTH LABORATORY EXAM			
	Circulatory System	11-13	Class Pre and Post Lab Discussions
Dissection Demonstration	
	Nervous System			
	FIFTH LABORATORY EXAM			

References	
Text/Materials  :  Hyman, L. (1965).  Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy.  The University of Chicago 					Press.
References
Campbell, N., Mitchell, L. & Reece, J.( 2000) .  Biology :  Concepts and Connections.  
	3rd edition Addison Wesley Longman, Inc.  SF.
Kardong, K. (2000).  Vertebrates :  Comparative Anatomy, Function, Evolution.  2nd edition.  McGraw 	Hill, NY.
Kent, G. and Carr, R. (2001).  Comparative Anatomy of the Vertebrates.  9th edition.  McGraw Hill,   
      NY.
Class Policies	
	Honesty and integrity are integral components of the academic process.
	Proper decorum is to be observed among peers in all activities.
	Working with peers in the lab observing proper decorum.
	Abiding by the institutionalized laboratory house rules.
	Wearing of laboratory gowns at all times.
	Absence and tardiness are strongly discouraged.
	Attentiveness and active participation are critical to successful learning.
	The use of mobile phones and other electronic devices is not allowed during class hours, unless necessary or upon the teacher’s approval. 
	The policies on academic dishonesty, attendance, and behavior stipulated in your Student Handbook are honored in this course. 

Approved by    :   

Dr. Mary Jane C. Flores 
Chair, Department of Biology