Zoologi Vertebrata

 

Module title SBEP2016 Vertebrate Zoology
Semester(s) 4th Semester
Person responsible Dr. Abdullah, M.Si.
Language Indonesian, English
Relation to curriculum Compulsory modules for 4th semester students. This course provides a comprehensive overview of the anatomy, physiology,
and classification of vertebrate animals, including fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. It supports CPL-1 and CPL-6
by developing knowledge of vertebrate biodiversity, evolutionary relationships, and adaptive features. In alignment with ASIIN’s
emphasis on subject depth and ecological awareness, students analyze structural and functional adaptations across habitats and
develop scientific reasoning and communication skills for teaching zoology effectively.
Teaching methods Lecture, discussion
Workload 2 x 45 hours per semester, comprising:

✔ 100 minutes lecture and discussion per week
✔ 120 minutes structured tasks per week
✔ 120 minutes independent learning per week
Credit points 2 SKS = 3.34 ECTS (90 hours)
Prerequisites –
Module objectives / Intended Learning Outcomes ✔ Students are able to explain the concepts, scope, and importance of vertebrate zoology and apply basic classification principles of vertebrates accurately.
✔ Students are able to analyze zoogeography, variability, phylogenetics, and the ecological roles of vertebrates.
✔ Students are able to classify and communicate characteristics of major vertebrate groups including Chondrichthyes, Osteichthyes, Amphibia, Reptilia, Aves, and Mammalia.
✔ Students are able to apply identification keys and compare characteristics among vertebrate classes accurately in field and academic contexts.
Content The main topics of this course are:

➢ Definition, scope, roles, and functions of vertebrates
➢ Zoogeography and observation techniques
➢ Characteristics and classification of chordates
➢ Basics of vertebrate taxonomy and systematics
➢ Chondrichthyes (cartilaginous fishes)
➢ Osteichthyes (bony fishes)
➢ Amphibia
➢ Variability and phylogenetics
➢ Primitive vertebrates and their roles
➢ Reptilia
➢ Aves (birds)
➢ Mammalia
Exams and assessment formats Written examinations, assignments
Study and examination requirements ✔ Participatory Activities: 50%
✔ Assignment (Short Summary): 20%
✔ Quiz: 10%
✔ Exam : 20%
Recommended Literature 1. Gergus, E. W., & Schuett, G. W. (2000). Labs for vertebrate zoology: An evolutionary approach (2nd ed.). Cooper Publishing Group.
2. Brager, Z., & Moritz, T. (2016). A scale atlas for common Mediterranean teleost fishes. Senckenberg, 66(3), 275–386.
3. Firdaus, N. (2016). Zoologi vertebrata: Dasar-dasar taksonomi dan keanekaragaman vertebrata. Jakarta: Untirta Press.
4. Hickman, C. P. (2017). Integrated principles of zoology. United States of America: McGraw Hill Education.
5. Linzey, D. W. (2020). Vertebrate biology (3rd ed.). Canada: Johns Hopkins University Press.
6. Olsson, U., & Alström, P. (2020). A comprehensive phylogeny and taxonomic evaluation of the waxbills (Aves: Estrildidae). Elsevier, 146, 1–9.
7. Stebbins, R. C., & McGinnis, S. M. (2018). Peterson’s Field Guide to western reptiles and Amphibians (4th ed.). New York: Peterson Field Guides.
8. Verma, A. Principles of animal taxonomy. United Kingdom: Alpha Science.
9. Zhu, M. (2014). Simplified phylogeny of vertebrates. In ResearchGate. https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Simplified-phylogen y-of-vertebrates-modified-from-Zhu-2014-Agnathans-ja wless-fishes_fig1_311806846
10. Puelles, L., & Watson, C. (2026). Evolutionary origin and shared developmental mechanisms of vertebrate brains. In Evolution of Nervous Systems (3rd ed., Vol. 1, pp. 193–226). Academic Press. https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-443-27380-3.00060-9
Date of last amendment January 2025