Nov 28, 2024  
University of Alberta Calendar 2019-2020 
    
Catalog Navigation
  Calendar Home
  Notes re: Archived Calendars
  Inquiries
  Academic Schedule, Dates, and Deadlines
  Undergraduate Application Procedures and Deadlines
  Undergraduate Admission
  University Regulations
  Graduate Policy and Regulations
  The Faculties
  Undergraduate Programs
  Graduate Programs
  Glossary
  Course Listings
  General Information About the University
  University Staff
  Errata
  PDF Version / Previous Calendars
  Centre collégial de l’Alberta
HELP
University of Alberta Calendar 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

BOT 314 - Biology of Bryophytes

★ 3 (fi 6) (first term, 3-0-3) Bryophytes (hornworts, liverworts and mosses) form a unique group of basal land plants that are pivotal for understanding evolution of life in terrestrial environments. This course covers the evolution, systematics and ecological diversity of bryophytes of the world, using morphological, molecular and developmental data. Prerequisite: BIOL 108 or SCI 100 and a 200-level Biology course (BOT 205 or 210 recommended) or consent of instructor. Offered in alternate years. This course requires payment of additional miscellaneous fees. Refer to the Fees Payment Guide in the University Regulations and Information for Students section of the Calendar.