Advanced Ecological Monitoring

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An overview of the various approaches used to assess ecological condition (status) and change over time (trend) for ecosystems, vegetation types, populations, and biological communities. Lectures that provide conceptual understanding will be combined with hands-on practical exercises in the lab, so that students will be prepared to apply their knowledge to real-world conservation problems. Readings from the primary literature will explore the challenges and controversies involved in ecological monitoring. BIOL 620 is dual-listed BIOL 420 . These courses will be taught together by the same instructor. Three hours lecture May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: BIOL 420 . Enrollment Restrictions: Enrollment restricted to students in the Biological Sciences graduate program.