BIOL 3106 - Evolutionary Biology

Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lecture Hours Schedule Type: Lecture
Lab Hour(s): 3

All biological systems are the product of evolution and thus can only be fully understood from this perspective. This course will introduce the major themes of evolutionary biology through readings, lectures, videos, discussions and laboratory exercises. Topics will include: development of evolutionary theory, insect mimicry, basic population genetics, species concepts, evolution of altruism, sexual selection, human variation and evolution.

Prerequisite(s): A grade of C- or higher in all of BIOL 2101, BIOL 2213 and MATH 2233.
General Science Option