Introductory Biology: Ecology and Evolution

4 credits · Undergraduate credit

BIOLOGY 171 is a one-term introductory course in ecology and evolutionary biology that imparts factual and conceptual knowledge on the origin and complex interactions of the earth's biodiversity and ecosystems. Its goal is to help students to develop scientific hypothesis-testing, critical-thinking and writing skills. BIOLOGY 171 is part of a two-semester introductory unit that includes BIOLOGY 172 and 173.