Field and lab experiences include sampling, data collection and interpretation. Geology and land forms are also emphasized. Information and techniques gained will be helpful for students in biology, botany, wildlife, and environmental sciences. A week long field trip during winter intersession is required. BIO 137 - Tropical Marine Biology 3 credits Tropical Marine Biology is a field experience class with animal and plant identification in a tropical region.
Emphasis is on marine organisms with identification by common name.
Lectures stress characteristics of the phyla, ecological relationships and behavior. There is also an orientation to the culture of the country visited. Methods of study will include lectures, field trips, wading in tide pools, and snorkeling at coral reefs. Saturday orientations are held in late fall with an 8 day field trip during winter intersession. BIO 140 - Principles of Evolution 3 credits Principles of Evolution is designed for the general education student who wishes to learn more about the origin of life, natural selection, and evolutionary processes.