This course covers many of the scientific and ethical considerations relevant to the field of conservation biology and its numerous stakeholders. We address key biological and sociological principles that are important to the management and conservation of plants, animals, and the ecosystems upon which we all depend, such as anthropogenic stressors and resource sustainability. Credit hours: 4. Prerequisite: Two courses in biology at the 2200 level, including BIOL 2201-2201L, or permission of the instructor.
- Teacher: Erin Heller