BILD 3: Organismic and Evolutionary Biology
About This Course
The first principles of evolutionary theory, classification, ecology, and behavior; a phylogenetic synopsis of the major groups of organisms from viruses to primates.
This course is listed as a lower-division requirement for Biology Majors at UC San Diego.
Credit: 4 units
What You Will Learn
In this course we will learn about principles of evolutionary theory, classification, ecology, and behavior. We will also have a phylogenetic synopsis of the major groups of organisms from viruses to primates.
Prerequisites
Has passed high school biology
Course Meeting Details
Required Live Sessions: None
Course content (video lectures, discussion prompts, readings, etc.) is delivered asynchronously. All assignments and exams will be submitted online.
You will complete modules that include videos, short assignments, and discussion boards to engage with your peers. We will also have 4 non-cumulative Exams.
The instructional staff will hold scheduled (synchronous) optional student hours on Zoom a couple of times per week to help answer your questions.