BIO 200 - Introductory Botany

This course introduces students to diverse members of the kingdoms Plantae, Fungi, and Protista. Their microscopic and macroscopic anatomy as well as their unique physiologies, specific metabolisms, patterns of inheritance and evolutionary relatedness will be explored. On an ecological scale, the role of plants is discussed with regards to ecological succession, biomes, community interactions and their importance to humans. Offered fall semester only.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 100 or permission of the instructor
5 credits plus 2 contact hours = 3 lecture, 4 laboratory