BIO 496 Biology Field Experience: Terrestrial Ecology in the Tropics

This course is an introduction to the natural history and environmental challenges of tropical terrestrial ecosystems. A focus of this intensive field course is the ecology of tropical forests and how these fragile ecosystems are under pressure from an expanding human population and resource extraction.

Credit 3 hrs May not be repeated for additional credit
Grade Mode Normal (A-F) Course Rotation Other (see dept.)

Prerequisites -
Other Restrictions - Department Permission is required
Restriction by Major -
Restriction by Class - Undergraduate standing

Keywords: biology
Often cross-Listed with: BIO 596
Equivalent Courses: BIO 596
Updates: New Course 4/2020, effective Fall 2020

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