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Fall 2023
May 10,2025 |
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| BI 103 - Ecosystems |
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Associated Term:
Fall 2023
Learning Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: 1. Interpret the phylogenetic relationships among organisms and arrange them on a phylogenetic tree. Relate a phylogenetic tree to the concept of biological evolution 2. Describe how biotic and abiotic components of the environment shape organismal traits through the process of natural selection 3. Compare the ecosystemic roles of organisms, populations, and communities. Evaluate selective advantages of various organismal interactions 4. Diagram the flow of energy and matter through ecosystems 5. Relate patterns of population growth to ecosystem dynamics. Define sustainable resource use and describe the role of humans in ecosystems 6. Generate questions and construct testable hypotheses about biological mechanisms based on observations of the natural world 7. Work productively in teams with diverse perspectives Required Materials: Technical Requirements: |
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