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2011-2012 University Catalog 
    
2011-2012 University Catalog [Archived Catalogue]

LASM 916 - Evolution in Modern Perspective

3 credits
Evolution is the unifying theoretical foundation of all the life sciences. This course explores the mechanisms that produce evolution, and their meaning for our current knowledge in biology, conservation, medicine, agriculture, and related sciences. Students also consider the effect(s) that society’s awareness of evolution has had on social institutions such as law, literature, politics, and education.

Prerequisites LACR*102 or LACR*103