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Academic Year 2001/2002

Principles of Geobiology
E&ES 227 FA

The major topics included in this general introduction to the elements of geobiology and the practice of paleontology are evolutionary theory, geologic controls on the ecosystem, ecological feedback as a evolutionary force, and the principles of paleoecology and biostratigraphy.

MAJOR READINGS

David M. Raup & Steven M. Stanley, PRINCIPLES OF PALEONTOLOGY, 2nd ed. 1978, 480 p.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Three 1 1/2 hour exams.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Co-registration in E&ES229 is required.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: NSM E&ES    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: E&ES101 OR BIOL207 Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-19-2002

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