Course Title: Basis of Evolution
Campus Course Code: SCI 5322
Campus: UT Dallas
Program: MAT-SE
Course Description
Basis of Evolution provides wide-ranging discussions of the unifying theory of the origin and modification through time of all organisms. Pertinent history, the fossil record, natural and sexual selection, evolutionary psychology, and philosophy are prominent topics. Each class is designed as a student-centered encounter with the underpinnings of evolutionary theory. Students will produce numerous written abstracts detailing various facets of evolutionary theory based on their readings of primary research and research syntheses. Students will complete research projects acting individually and in small groups. The professor in this course functions primarily as a coach.
Objectives
All students will become conversant with evolutionary theory. All will engage in probing discussions and activities. We will encounter numerous topical and controversial issues.
Materials
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Prerequisites: Graduate in good standing.
Credits:3
Level:Graduate
Faculty
Homer Montgomery
mont@utdallas.edu
972-883-2480