BIOL 309 - Plant Biology

4 credits.
An examination of major groups of photosynthetic organisms, with emphasis on vascular plants. Major topics include (1) evolution and biodiversity, (2) comparative structure, function, and organization, (3) reproduction, development, and growth, and (4) ecological and human importance. Students will be challenged to think critically and to build an integrated understanding of plants, from knowledge of their unique biochemistry to their important roles in ecosystems. 3 lecture periods. One 2-hour lab periods.

Prerequisite(s) or corequisite(s): Prerequisite or may be taken concurrently: BIOL 288 or permission of instructor.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.