BIO 225 - Population and Evolutionary Biology

Credits: 4

This course emphasizes the patterns and processes of evolutionary change in living systems in an ecological context. It reviews the basic characteristics and dynamics of populations and the relevance of population ecology and population genetics to the evolution of species. Human evolution, sociobiology, and other controversial issues are also covered. Laboratory exercises emphasize an experimental approach to more in-depth study of specific topics covered in lecture.

Pre-Requisites: BIO 121 and BIO 122.
Terms Offered: Fall
Lecture: 4 hours per week
Lab: 3 hours per week
Requirements: Biology majors.
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