Biodiversity

Catalog description

This biology course explores topics in biodiversity within the context of sustainability. Students will identify local species, and use ecological sampling techniques and analyses to assess local biodiversity. Students will examine how living organisms interact with each other and their environment. Students will discuss the value of biodiversity from multiple perspectives, learn how humans have affected natural systems, and explore ideas to ameliorate and/or prevent environmental degradation. This course may include off-site visits. (LAB)