BIOE 134LComparative Vertebrate Anatomy Laboratory
Course focuses on the gross dissections all major clades of vertebrates: development, form, and diversity of organ systems and basic principles of evolution; vertebrate classification; and functional morphology, with emphasis on feeding and locomotion. Anatomical dissections integrated with the associated lecture material focusing on biomechanics, form, and function.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 20A and BIOE 20B and BIOE 20C. Concurrent enrollment in BIOE 134 is required.
- Concurrent enrollment in BIOE 134 is required.
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When it runs
Fall 2025Open Fall 2025
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Laboratory | Tue 12:25pm–3:25pm | CoastBio 115 | R. Mehta | Closed 29/29 |
| 02 | Laboratory | Wed 8:30am–11:30am | CoastBio 115 | R. Mehta | Closed 22/22 |
| 03 | Laboratory | Wed 12:00pm–3:00pm | CoastBio 115 | R. Mehta | Closed 26/26 |
| 04 | Laboratory | Thu 12:25pm–3:25pm | CoastBio 115 | R. Mehta | Closed 28/28 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rita Mehta | 3.7 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 59% | 41 |
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