BIO 2010 - Ecology

Credits: 4

An introduction to ecological concepts and their applications including interrelated scientific principles, both abiotic and biological. In addition to a core grounding in ecological concepts, the class will look at major environmental perturbations and the complexity of interrelations inherent in dealing with human use and alteration of ecosystems. Students will focus on the quantitative comparison of different ecological communities and ecosystems and learn quantitative sampling and analysis. The laboratory will consist of field excursions and exercises related to the field experience and ecological techniques.
Prerequisite(s): BIO 1028 or ESS 1060 or consent of instructor.
Corequisite(s): BIO2010L
3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab