BIOL 312 Evolution
This course covers the science of evolutionary biology, including population genetics, microevolution, speciation, phylogenetics and macroevolution. The content and methods of modern research in evolutionary biology are emphasized; student read primary source scientific literature. Lab activities include field investigations, lab experiments, and computer modeling. Intended for biology, environmental science and life sciences teaching majors.
First day attendance is mandatory.
Note: Enrollment limited to Biology, Environmental Science and Life Science Teaching majors only, except by instructor permission.
Prerequisites
- BIOL 112: General Biology II and BIOL 111: General Biology I and CHEM 112: General Chemistry II and CHEM 111: General Chemistry I and MATH 208: Applied Calculus
- or BIOL 112: General Biology II and BIOL 111: General Biology I and CHEM 111: General Chemistry I and CHEM 112: General Chemistry II and MATH 115: College Algebra and STAT 201: Statistics I
Special information
Note: Enrollment limited to Biology, Environmental Science and Life Science Teaching majors only, except by instructor permission.
5 Undergraduate credits
Effective August 1, 1998 to present
Meets graduation requirements for
Learning outcomes
General
- Apply this experience with research methods in evolutionary biology at the level necessary for success in senior undergraduate research.
- Demonstrate quantitative reasoning skills and competency with algebra and statistics at a level appropriate for graduates of a bachelor's degree program in biology.
- Design, propose, conduct, interpret, and present the results of an independent laboratory or field experiment in this subject area.
- Explain and apply scientific knowledge in evolutionary biology, both theoretical and experimental, at the upper division level.
- Read and interpret primary scientific literature in evolutionary biology.
- Recall, explain and apply the concepts, knowledge and vocabulary of evolutionary biology at the level necessary for success in graduate study in this field.
Fall 2025
| Section | Title | Instructor | books | eservices |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Evolution | Asplen, Mark K | Books for BIOL-312-01 Fall 2025 | Course details for BIOL-312-01 Fall 2025 |