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Dec 21, 2024
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BIOL 615 - Evolution (4 units)
Pattern and process in the evolution of life on earth.
Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1
Offered: Every Fall and Spring
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. integrate effective composition and communications skills, and critical analysis and use of information to explain and criticize papers published in the primary scientific literature.
2. describe scientific evidence of evolution based on the fossil record, molecular biology and comparative anatomy, physiology, and behavior.
3. explain the roles of mutation, genetic drift, gene flow and natural selection in bringing about evolutionary change within populations.
4. explain various mechanisms through which new species can arise.
5. construct and interpret phylogenies.
6. synthesize orally or in writing as assessed by a presentation and/or written report significance of current topic as presented in this course.
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