BIO 420
Evolutionary Biology
Biology
College of Life Sciences
Course Description
Intensive examination of evolution as the conceptual cornerstone of biology.
When Taught
Fall and Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
4
Fixed
4
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Other Prerequisites
BIO 350
Recommended
BIO 220 or BIO 230 and BIO 350
Title
History and Development
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to describe the history and development of evolutionary thought.
Title
Evidence for Evolution
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to list and describe the evidence for evolution and its required corollaries.
Title
Processes of Evolution
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to describe the mechanisms by which evolution occurs. Provide detailed explanations of the the processes of evolution by mutation, migration, genetic drift, non-random mating, and natural selection.
Title
Adaptation
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to explain adaptation, providing examples from several different fields of biology (e.g., cell biology, physiology, conservation biology, bioinformatics, medicine, behavior, etc.).
Title
Life on Earth
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to describe the history of life on earth. Identify major evolutionary transitions over time, and explain the tools and evidence that support current hypotheses of the history of life.
