Universität Wien

300511 VO Concepts in Evolutionary Biology (2014W)

3.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 30 - Biologie

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Language: English

Examination dates

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Classes

FR 9.00 - 11.00 Uhr im COSB Seminarraum, UZA 1, Biozentrum Althanstraße 14, 1090 Wien, 2. Ebene, Raum Nr. 2.022
Beginn: 10.10.2014


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Aims, contents and method of the course

This lecture series introduces the theoretical basis and concepts of evolutionary biology. The first part focuses on an historical overview of evolutionary concepts and the various facets of the homology concepts, including their role in reconstructing evolution. The second part is dedicated to concepts in population genetics: Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium, mutations, selection, genetic drift, coalescence, population structure & migration, molecular population genetics and quantitative genetics.

Assessment and permitted materials

Student performance is assessed by a written examination.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Examination topics

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Association in the course directory

MEV 1, MZO W-5

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