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Nov 23, 2024
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BIOL 225 - Principles of Systematic Biology
Semester Hours: 3
Periodically
This course is devoted to the study of the diversity and 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 utilizing primary scientific sources. Students will learn computer programs for phylogenetic reconstruction and will complete an analysis of their chosen taxonomic group.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
An undergraduate course in evolution or permission of instructor. No credit for BIO 225 if BIO 122 or BIOL 178 is on the undergraduate transcript. (Formerly, BIO 225)
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