Fundamentals of Biology, Laboratory Research in Genetics, Evolution, and Ecology

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This is a laboratory course that uses observations combined with phylogenetic tools to enable students to discover the connections that underlie classifications of organisms. Students examine bacteria, protists, fungi, plants and animals, both living and preserved (dissection of invertebrates is included). Through description and evaluation of characters, students develop the data that they will use in computer analysis and building of phylogenetic hypotheses (trees of relationship). Written reports and an oral presentation are required. (Not open to students who have completed BIO 1003 or BIO 3001. Students who plan to major in Biological Sciences are advised to take BIO 2010 and BIO 3001.)