BIOL 286
Spring 2008 not offered
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Human activities have altered natural environments and, indeed, created entirely novel ecosystems such as cities and high-input farms. This course considers how these human alterations to the environment affect the evolution and co-evolution of diverse organisms. Starting with an overview of basic ecological and evolutionary principles, we will consider a number of compelling contemporary scenarios: evolutionary response to environmental contaminants, exploitation of natural populations, and global climate change; evolution in urban and agricultural ecosystems; and the evolutionary impact of alien, invasive, and genetically modified species. |
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Essential Capabilities:
None |
| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
NSM BIOL |
| Course Format: Lecture / Discussion | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: BIOL214 |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (BIOL)(ENVS-MN)(ENVS)(IDEA-MN)(IDEA)(INFO-MN) |
Major Readings:
Background readings from textbooks (D. Futuyma, EVOLUTION, 2005)
Selected research and review articles from the primary evolution/ ecology literature
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Examinations and Assignments:
20-minute oral presentation;
one ten-page paper on topic of student's choice |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Students interested in Environmental Studies are encouraged to participate; those not meeting the prerequisite should contact the professor directly. |
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