BIO 419 Ecosystem Ecology

This course introduces fundamentals in ecosystem ecology through lecture, discussion, field and laboratory studies, and a weekend field trip. Topics covered include ecosystem processes, functions, and services, with a focus on energy flow and material cycling; links between ecosystem structure and function; trophic dynamics; spatial and temporal dynamics; climate change and other human impacts.

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

Prerequisites - CHEM 123, CHEM 124, BIO 310 with a “C” or higher, and BIO 311W with a “C” or higher
Other Restrictions -
Restriction by Major -
Restriction by Class - Undergraduate standing

Keywords: biology
Often cross-Listed with: BIO 519
Equivalent Courses: BIO 519
Updates: New Course 2/2018, effective Fall 2018

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