(Lab Required) (Formerly BOTN 3000, ZOOL 3000) Evolution is the ultimate cause of biological diversity. This course introduces the major questions and research methods in evolutionary biology. Topics include evolutionary genetics, adaptation, speciation, and the reconstruction of evolutionary history. Not to be held with the former 022.400. Prerequisites: a “C” or better in one of BIOL 2500 (BOTN 2460, 001.246), BIOL 2501 (BOTN 2461), or PLNT 2520 (039.252); and any one of the following with a minimum grade of “C”: BIOL 2200 (ZOOL 2600, 022.260), BIOL 2210 (ZOOL 2320, 022.232), BIOL 2231 (ZOOL 2501, 022.250F), BIOL 2240 (BOTN 2110, 001.211), BIOL 2260 (BOTN 2210, 001.221), BIOL 2261, BIOL 3260 (BOTN 2290, 001.229); or consent of department.
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Nov. 19, 2017
Winter 2017 - Prof: Marcus
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July 5, 2018
Winter 2018 - Prof: Dr. Jeffrey Marcus
CommentsI really enjoyed this class. Actually learned something for once in university. Went into the final with a super high A+. Guess too many people did so he made the final hard lol and finished with an A. Guaranteed A class if you even pay attention to half the stuff he says.AdviceMake sure you take this class with this professor. He's super chill, fun to listen to, and marks exams and assignments super, super easy. Literally just 2 assignments (both are basic and if you need help he will almost outright give you the answers-especially for the second assignment), 1 midterm, lab quizzes (basic if you even skim the papers he needs you to read), and 1 final. |
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May 3, 2017
Winter 2017 - Prof: Dr. Jeffrey Marcus
CommentsI thought this was an excellent course. I can see why it is a requirement for all biology students. I ended up with an A in the class.AdviceDr. Jeffrey Marcus makes the course as easy as it can be. But be warned you still have to work a good amount for a good grade. The assignments are quite long and require a great deal of time. The phylogenetic assignment is probably the toughest thing you will do in this course. The rest is quite fair in terms of evaluation and marking. Dr. Marcus cares more that you have understood the material rather than if you can regurgitate random facts which is what I think all courses should emphasize! |
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Dec. 26, 2016
Winter 2016 - Prof: Jeffrey Marcus
CommentsTAKE THIS COURSE IN THE WINTER AND IT IS 1000x EASIER. Jeffrey Marcus is a great prof, easy marker, and does a good job of walking you through exactly what he expects, and what content is important.AdviceNone |
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Dec. 19, 2018
Fall 2018 - Prof: Colin Garroway
CommentsNot really enjoyable with Colin as a prof, take in winter and it will be an easy and interesting courseAdviceTake in winter |
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April 20, 2020
None None - Prof: None
Commentsthis class is soooo easy. the lectures are listening to alot of stories..AdviceDo the practice exams, study for the quizzes the day of. |
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Jan. 31, 2020
Winter 2018 - Prof: Jefferey Marcus
CommentsGreat course! Would 10/10 recommend.AdviceTake it in winter with Dr Marcus. It is a lot more enjoyable and easier. |
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Incredibly easy in the winter. A lot of the concepts are building on highschool biology, nothing is too crazy. The examples are fun, the course is interesting. The lab is 2 assignments which aren't too bad, the first one is an easy A, highschool biology. 2nd one is an assignment with a paper but the marks were generous. There are papers to read that vary in interest level, you answer a few questions for each, very easy marks.Advice
Take it in the winter, read the papers, get an easy A.