BIO 4230 - Issues in Conservation Biology

Credits: 3

Prerequisite(s): BIO 1080, BIO 1090, senior standing

Description: Students will explore issues in the subject of conservation biology. This is an integrative subject that applies the fields of ecology, evolution, biogeography, population genetics, economics, sociology, anthropology, philosophy and other disciplines to address the global problem of declining biodiversity of species and ecosystems. Two field trips during the scheduled course time will highlight conservation issues on a local level.

University Requirement(s): Senior Experience