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BIOL 178 - Systematics

Semester Hours: 3

Periodically

This course is devoted to the study of the diversity of evolution of living organisms. The theory and practice of biological systematics, from the description of new species to the reconstruction of the phylogenetic relationships of higher taxonomic groupings, will be presented. Current topics in systematics will be explored and students will use computer programs for phylogenetic reconstruction. Students are required to prepare individual or group-based oral presentations, using appropriate computer-based technologies.

Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
BIO 011 or BIOL 113 ; BIO 012 or BIOL 112 ; BIO 013 and 014, or BIOL 120; BIO 015 or one Laboratory Skills course (BIOL 126 , 127 , 128 , or 129 ); or permission of the instructor.  

Fulfills one of the two upper-level lab courses required for a biology major. Lab fee additional.

Credit for either BIOL 178 or BIO 122. (Formerly BIO 122)




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