(BIOL 113) Biology II - Evolution, Ecology, and Organismal Biology
An introductory course which covers mechanisms of evolution, biological diversity, plant physiology, animal physiology, and ecology. Required of all biology majors.
| Credit hours | 3.0 lecture |
|---|---|
| Prerequisite | None |
| Offered | Fall, winter, dpring |
| Programs | Biology (BS), Science Education (BS), Biology Minor, Introduction to Conservation Biology Minor |
Course Learning Outcomes
- Understand how natural selection can cause evolutionary change.
- Differentiate between the different mechanisms of speciation.
- Construct and interpret phylogenetic trees.
- Describe the major evolutionary transitions of plants and animals.
- Demonstrate the function of the major body systems of animals.
- Relate animal behaviors to evolutionary and ecological factors.
- Compare the major biospheres and ecological principles that maintain them.
- Compare different population growth models and life-history trade-offs.
- Describe the major threats to the conservation of natural resources, plants, and wildlife.
- Evaluate the role of environmental stewardship in the Gospel.