Study the Anatomy, Behaviour, Taxonomy and Physiology of Invertebrates
Invertebrates are the largest group of animals on earth. Separated into 8 distinct phyla, they include octopodes, starfish, crabs, bees, butterflies, and more. Much of the earth's ecosphere and agricultural production is dependent on the actions of invertebrates.
In this course, you'll learn about:
- Naming systems and classification
- Key differences between small invertebrates and plants
- Invertebrate significance to human health
- Invertebrate significance to agriculture
And more...
COURSE STRUCTURE
There are 9 lessons in this course:
- Scope and Nature of Invertebrate Animals
- Microscopic Animals
- Worms & Worm Like Animals
- Sponges, Corals, Anemones, Jellyfish
- Molluscs and Echinoderms
- Arthropods 1
- Arthropods 2
- Insects 1
- Insects 2
Each lesson culminates in an assignment which is submitted to the school, marked by the school's tutors and returned to you with any relevant suggestions, comments, and if necessary, extra reading.