Diversity And Classification Of Lower Plants

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Course Unit will cover the structure, diversity, occurrence, evolutionary significance and economic importance lower plants (Pteridophytes, Bryophytes, Algae) which are a key component of the ecosystem, emphasizing their

COURSE JUSTIFICATION

The course will enable the students to understand the biology of lower plants thus be in a prime position to teach it in secondary schools

EXPECTED LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of the course unit the student will be able to;

·                     Demonstrate knowledge of evolutionary relationships and nutritional         characteristics of the Pteridophytes, Bryophytes, Algae and Gymnosperms.

·                     Describe the morphological characteristics of the Pteridophytes, Bryophytes,        Algae and Gymnosperms

·                     Describe the structures and life histories of the representative groups.

·                     Discuss the economic importance of the members of the above groups of plants.