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BIO 517 - Conservation Biology


This course uses lectures, discussion, and off-campus field work to introduce foundational concepts in Conservation Biology. Topics include key threats to biodiversity loss (e.g., habitat fragmentation, over-harvesting, invasive species), methods to assess and ameliorate loss, and practical or ethical impediments to conservation efforts. Cross-listed with BIO 417  

Credit 4 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Fall

Prerequisites -
Restriction by Major - BIOG  ​or EEOB  
Restriction by Degree Type - Graduate standing

Equivalent Courses: BIO 417
Updates: New Course 2/2018, effective Fall 2018


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