BI 200 — Principles of Ecology: Field Biology
An introduction to foundational concepts in ecology. The broad concepts of ecology are emphasized in a field setting using natural ecosystems as a model. The classroom lecture component will cover concepts of community level ecology and a focus on the diversity of life. The field component will teach survey techniques used in the survey of plants and animals and their respective interactions with the natural environment. Sustainability and practices of conservation at a regional level are emphasized in this course. Ecological concepts are examined in detail using student-collected field data or assisting and observing researchers in the field to learn different methods used in field biology. Recommended: College level reading and writing proficiency.