BIOL379

This course focuses on the analysis of evolutionary mechanisms in populations and species. Topics include evidence for evolution, short-term microevolutionary processes, natural selection, adaptation, phylogenetic reconstruction, divergence and speciation, evolution of behavior, and human evolution. Classroom sessions consist of lectures, discussions, and student presentations. Students who have taken BIOL 389 may not receive credit for BIOL 379. Prerequisite: BIOL 220. Corequisite: BIOL 221.