Introduction to Population Ecology

Catalog description

This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts and principles of population ecology. It covers topics such as population growth and regulation, life history, species interactions, age-structured population models, and metapopulation dynamics. Students will develop skills in applying basic models and interpreting data, with introductory exposure to relevant software tools such as R and Program MARK. The course also emphasizes the role of population ecology in the management and conservation of animal populations.