Study program:
Paleontology (IX semester -MsC) |
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Name of subject: Comparative Morphology of Fossil Vertebrates |
Instructors:
Prof. Katarina Bogičević |
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Status: Compulsory |
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ECTS: 5 |
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Prerequisites: - |
Course Objectives:
Getting to know the structure of bones and teeth of different groups of vertebrates and their identification to the level of genus/species. Getting to know vast scientific terminology connected to morphological elements of skeleton. |
Learning Outcomes:
At the end of the course, a student will be able to distinguish parts of a skeleton, to orientate them and graphically present, and, based on their form and properties determine which group of vertebrates they belong to. Student will be able to, based on the structure of particular parts of skeleton determines the function they have in life (diet preferences, way of movement...) |
Content:
Theory teaching
Skeletal system of the vertebrates, connective tissue, cartilage, bone. Orientation and skeleton parts. Horny and skin products. Axial skeleton - horde, vertebral column. The structure of a vertebra. Differentiation of vertebral column and its structure in certain groups of vertebrates. Skeleton of limbs - girdles and free parts. Paired and unpaired fins. Structure of skulls in fish and tetrapods. Dental structure depending on the function. Practical teaching
Testing knowledge with practical exercies, working on concrete material - identification, drawing, labeling, measuring; student presentations related to selected problems |
Suggested Reading List:
- Bogićević K. Uporedna morfologija fosilnih kičmenjaka (interna skripta).
- Bogićević K., Nenadić D. 2012. Praktikum iz Uporedne morfologije fosilnih kičmenjaka, Univerzitet u Beogradu - Rudarsko-geološki fakultet, 106 str.
- Pavlović M. Uporedna morfologija fosilnih kičmenjaka (interna skripta).
- Radović I., Petrov B. 1999. Raznovrsnost života I. Biološki fakultet Univerziteta u Beogradu, 422 str.
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Conduct of the Course:
Lectures with Power Point presentations; independent student work - preparation of exercises and practical tasks. |
Fund hours:
| Lectures |
Exercises |
Other forms of teaching |
Study research |
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3 |
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0 |
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Assessment:
| Final Exam |
ECTS |
| Written exam | 30 | | Oral Exam | 20 |
| Classwork Assessment |
ECTS |
| Class Participationа | 10 | | Practical Classes | 20 | | Written tests | 20 |
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Additional Assessment Criteria: - |
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