BIOL 270 - Fundamentals of Ecology

5 credit hours

Explores patterns and processes in nature by studying population growth, species interactions, community dynamics, and biogeochemical cycles. Combines lectures with field laboratories at local sites for team research that develops into independent projects. Includes all elements of research, from generating hypotheses to proposing and carrying out research to analyzing and writing up results. Demonstrate proficiency through writing, presenting, and taking exams. Three lecture and four laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: MATH 120; BIOL 161/171, 162/172, 163/173 (all with C- or better). (fall, spring)