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.

Often cross-listed with BIO 417

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

Prerequisites -
Restriction by Major - BIOG, EEOB
Restriction by Degree Type - Graduate standing

Equivalent Course(s) - BIO 417
Course History -
New Course 2/2018, effective Fall 2018

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