Examines the basic concepts of evolution, including natural selection, significance of behavior, and sexual reproduction, adaptation, speciation, and the history of life on earth. The historical framework of evolutionary thought, as well as modern aspects and applications of the theory, will be studied and discussed. Students will be able to explore topics and areas of evolution that are of special interest to them. Lecture only. Fulfills upper-level science requirements. Does not satisfy lab science requirements. Prerequisite: Eligible to enroll in ENGL 1010 or 1110 and two college biology courses.
Semester Offered
Spring
General Education Areas
Critical Think and Reasoning; Natural Science Reason Gen Ed