BIOL 481: Special Topics in Biology
                                 
                                 Prerequisites: A grade of 鈥淐鈥 or better in BIOL 131, BIOL 132, BIOL 231, and BIOL
                                    232
                                 
                                 Credit Hours: (1-8)
                                 
                                 Course outline available each time course offered. Interested students should consult
                                    department chairperson for information about registering.
                                 
                                  
Detailed Description of Content of Course
                                 
                                 A course outline will be available each time the course is offered and interested
                                    students should consult the Department Chairman for information before registering.
 
                                 
                                 Detailed Description of Conduct of Course
                                 
                                 Depending on the topic, the instructor and the size of the group, the course may be
                                    conducted using a lecture format or a seminar approach.
                                 
                                 It may include discussion, oral presentations, case studies, or a variety of other
                                    approaches.
 
                                 
                                 Goals and Objectives of the Course
                                 
                                 The Special Topics provides an opportunity to introduce to students a body of knowledge
                                    for which no formal, regularly scheduled course exists.
 
                                 
                                 Assessment Measures
                                 
                                 Assessment will vary with the instructor and the topic.
 
                                 
                                 Other Course Information
                                 
                                 1. Transcripts will show course topic (e.g., "Special Topics: Evolution")
2. Course outline will be approved by the Biology Department before courses are offered.
3. Biology 481 may be repeated for credit if the topic is different.
 
                                 
                                 Review and Approval
                                 
                                 2012
                                 
                                 Reviewed October, 2007