Evolution of Life in the History of Earth
7.5 credits
Syllabus, Bachelor's level, 1PA045
A revised version of the syllabus is available.
- Code
- 1PA045
- Education cycle
- First cycle
- Main field(s) of study and in-depth level
- Earth Science G1N
- Grading system
- Fail (U), Pass (3), Pass with credit (4), Pass with distinction (5)
- Finalised by
- The Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 25 April 2017
- Responsible department
- Department of Earth Sciences
Entry requirements
General entry requirements
Learning outcomes
After passing the course the student should be able to
- describe key events in the history of life and earth during 4.6 billion years
- describe the major diversity changes and mass extinctions
- describe key features in the evolution of the biosphere during the Phanerozoic
- describe the connection between climate change and the evolution of humans
Content
Evolutionary theory. Beginnings of life. The Cambrian world. The Palaeozoic seas. The invasion of land. The rise of the reptiles. Dinosaurs and birds. The Tertiary world. The rise of primates and Man.
Instruction
Lectures and practicals.
Assessment
Written examination (5 credits), practicals (2.5 credits).