Main Page:
The main page provides links to the nine Lab Modules. Clicking on a system brings you to the topic menu for that system. The main page is always accessible from the top of each page.

Topic Menu Pages:
The topic menu page gives you direct links to each page of the module. It is divided into several subtopics with a list of the pages for that topic. To view the entire module, click on the forward arrow ; it will take you through all the pages in order shown. Alternatively, you can choose to start at any other point. Pages that have a small icon next to them are text pages that give you introductory or review information about a subtopic. Other pages are ones with images. They are named for the specimen they show, followed by the magnification.

Image Pages:
Image pages allow you to view and identify various features on a particular specimen. These specimens are generally the same ones you saw in the lab. They are titled at the upper left with the subtopic, specimen, and magnification. (EM = electron micrograph, LM = light micrograph, or Gross; each relatively described by high, medium or low) A Structure List appears to the left of the image. It contains particular structures that can be found on the image. Clicking a structure will label it in green on the list and on the image. A text description appears below each image. This description may change as different structures are selected from the list. This text is generally identical to the text found in the lab syllabus. The forward (or back) arrows will take you to the next (or previous) image as listed in the topic menu. When you reach the end you will be returned to the topic menu. The return arrow will take you to the next highest menu.

Access:
We are currently in the process of converting these modules from standalone applications for Mac systems only to web based versions that are cross platform. Some modules can be viewed over the web (like this one, duh) via a direct campus connection or via modem. The minimum requirements for viewing the modules are Netscape 3.0 or Internet Explorer 3.0. A monitor with at least 16 bit color is neededAt least a 28.8 kb modem connection is recommended. Some later modules may only be available on Mac systems. These can be accessed at the Media Distribution Center in 1011 Hart Hall. A CD for Macintosh systems is also available if you bring the instructor a blank recordable CD (at bookstore). Almost any Mac with at least a 8 bit, 640 x 480 screen will work.

Some Hints:
Setting up your browser- These pages are designed for a 800 x 600 window. If you find it necessary to scroll to see the bottom of each page you should increase your monitors resolution, and/or minimize the toolbars in your browser. When viewing the modules pay attention to the magnification of the images. Think about whether your looking at many cells or just a portion of one. Also keep in mind that magnifications indicated are relative to the others in a series images of that specimen, so that for example a "Low LM" in one specimen. may actually be at a similar or higher mag than a "Medium LM" in another. You can use the program to quiz yourself by trying to identify the structures before you click on them. However, be careful that you are learning the distinguishing features of the various structures and not just memorizing their location on the screen!