Courses

Biology 357 - General Ecology - 4 credits

The study of the interrelationships of plants and animals with their environment. Emphasis is on basic ecological principles and concepts, not on current environmental problems. Recommended prerequisites: one year of biological science.

Biology 471/571 - Plant Ecology - 4 credits

A study of the interrelationships between plants and their environment with emphasis upon individual adaptation and community dynamics. Recommended prerequisite: Bi 357 or equivalent.

Biology 410/510 - Metapopulation Ecology and Evolution - 2 credits

This course examines the concept of metapopulation in ecology and evolution, explores methods for estimating classical metapopulation dynamics in animal and plant species, and uses case studies to explore the use of metapopulations as a tool in conservation biology.

Biology 507 - Seminar: Ecology and Evolution - 1 credit

Graduate-level journal club designed to allow students to read and discuss current papers in ecology and evolution.