BIOL 201 Organismal Diversity and Physiology I
This course introduces students to the evolutionary relationships within and among major groups of organisms including bacteria, archaea, and several major groups of eukaryotes. Within each group the course also focuses on the relationship between the structure and physiology of organisms. Focus will be placed on several fundamental processes within these groups including cellular respiration, circulation of nutrients, organismal respiration, water and salt balance, and reproduction. Early emphasis will be placed on the principles of evolutionary theory and their application to change within and among populations, including the mechanisms of speciation. Throughout the course the role of evolution in shaping the relationship between the form of various organismal structures and their functions, as well as the similarities and differences in form and function across taxa will be emphasized. Laboratory sessions will provide opportunities to further explore several of these processes.
PRQ: BIOL150 or permission of instructor.
Scheduled: spring annually.
Meets: M, N, O, T.
Credits: 4
Attributes
- Laboratory science course
- Meets science and math requirements
- May be used for major requirement
- May be used for minor requirement
- Enrollment by invitation only