BIOL 114 - Evol of Evolution

Institution:

Massasoit Community College

Subject:

Biology

Description:

Central and fundamental to the science of biology is the theory of evolution proposed by Charles Darwin in the mid-nineteenth century and expanded (or challenged) by many since then. This course begins with the "question of origins," surveys selected pre-Darwinian evolutionary ideas, and explores the genetic basis for evolution by natural selection. The course concludes with a brief examination of the impact of evolutionary thought on the study of populations, ecosystems, and the biosphere. Prerequisites: Preparing for College Reading II (ENGL092), Introductory Writing (ENGL099), and Fundamentals of Mathematics (MATH010), or waiver by placement testing results, or Departmental Approval

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.massasoit.mass.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 588-9100

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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