BIO 512
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Angiosperm Phylogeny
Biology
College of Life Sciences
Course Description
Description, classification, phylogeny, and geographic distribution of flowering plant families.
When Taught
Contact Department
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
2
Fixed
4
Other Prerequisites
Bio 430 or equivalent.
Title
Relationships Among Plants
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to discuss the primary pattern of relationships among flowering plants as supported by contemporary research.
Title
Application
Learning Outcome
Students will demonstrate proficiency in tree-thinking and the application of phylogenetic terminology in discussing angiosperm relationships.
Title
Knowledge of Diversity
Learning Outcome
Students will demonstrate knowledge of world-wide flowering plant diversity, including examples of model organisms, convergence, and evolutionary novelties.
Title
Research
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to discuss contemporary research in flowering plant diversity, including outstanding problems where additional research is needed.
