How do your genes make you a unique individual? How did different species evolve? And how does the environment affect living species? How do you all these questions relate to each other?
In this course, you will have the opportunity to explore some of the exciting fundamental concepts in genetic, evolution, and ecology that build the basic understanding of more advanced biological topics and research areas. Topics include the storage and transmission of genetic information, the origin and evolution of species, and the relationships between living organisms and their environment. In the process, we hope that you will draw connections to your daily life and your daily observations.
Course-Level Goals
By the end of BIOL121, I expect you to be able to apply your knowledge of genetics, evolution, and ecology to new scenarios, and to integrate concepts from multiple sub-disciplines to solve problems and/or make predictions about biological systems
Syllabus
In this course, you will have the opportunity to explore some of the exciting fundamental concepts in genetic, evolution, and ecology that build the basic understanding of more advanced biological topics and research areas. Topics include the storage and transmission of genetic information, the origin and evolution of species, and the relationships between living organisms and their environment. In the process, we hope that you will draw connections to your daily life and your daily observations.
Course-Level Goals
By the end of BIOL121, I expect you to be able to apply your knowledge of genetics, evolution, and ecology to new scenarios, and to integrate concepts from multiple sub-disciplines to solve problems and/or make predictions about biological systems
Syllabus