ENVS 316 - Ecosystem Ecology

FC NSMA QFR

4 credits
The ecosystem concept provides a framework for understanding complex interactions between life and the physical environment and the role of humans as dominant agents of biogeochemical change. We will apply systems concepts to understand the flows of energy, cycles of matter, and control mechanisms that operate in ecosystems and will compare the structure and function of a variety of natural and human dominated ecosystems. Students will explore primary literature; learn field and laboratory methods for analyzing local ecosystems; and propose, execute, and analyze group research projects. Field trip(s) required.

Prerequisites: (BIOL 103 or BIOL 200) and (CHEM 051 or CHEM 101 or CHEM 103).

Sustainability
Undergraduate Research Intensive