In it, we will consider readings in ecology, environmental ethics, and philosophy of science. We will also take field trips and explore the flora and fauna around the Rice campus. 2.00 Fall 99 Introduction to the scientific method, principles of experimental design, selected research strategies, record keeping, and technical communication as related to biological science. Taught in the first half of the semester. Everyone must attend the Monday lecture and one afternoon lab session.
Enrollment is limited.
1.00 Fall 99 Experimental, laboratory, and field studies of natural history, evolution, and animal behavior. Computer simulations of population genetics. May be taken following BIos 211 in the Fall or in the Spring semester. Enrollment is limited to 60. Everyone must attend Monday lecture and one afternoon lab section.