BIO 338 - Evolution

Semester Hours: 4

A study of the population as the unit of evolution. Considered are the origins of life, gene pools and genetic equilibrium, adjustments and adaptations to the environment including natural selection, fluctuations in numbers, genetic drift, polymorphism, isolation, and the origin of races and species. A laboratory is included with some field work.

Prerequisite: Successful completion (C- or better) of BIO 201 and BIO 202.
Lab Included: LB
When Offered: Offered alternate years.