SIO 104Paleobiology and History of Life
An introduction to the major biological transitions in Earth history from the origins of metabolism and cells to the evolution of complex societies. The nature and limitations of the fossil record, patterns of adaptation and diversity, and the tempo and mode of biological evolution. Laboratories and substantial field component complement and extend the lecture material. Program and/or materials fees may apply.
Prerequisites
From the catalog: “undergraduate: BILD 3 or consent of instructor. Graduate: graduate-level standing or consent of instructor. Graduate students, additionally, will give oral presentation or research paper.”
Where it sits in degree plans
One of the options in (3)
- Environmental Systems—Earth Sciences (B.S.)
- Geosciences (B.S.)
- Marine Biology (B.S.)