- Plant Ecology and Physiology

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The Evergreen State College

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Faculty: Dylan Fischer (forest ecology) Major areas of study include plant ecology, plant anatomy, plant physiology, plant community ecology and technical writing. Class Standing: Juniors or seniors; transfer students welcome. Prerequisites: One year of college-level science. How do plants and plant communities function How do plants differ in function above ground and below ground We will closely examine the ecology and physiology of plants and current methods in plant ecology. Our studies will be divided between those that focus on individual plants, on the interactions among plants and with the abiotic environment. Topics will include plant anatomy, physiology, competition ecology, plant water use, photosynthesis, plant growth and form, plant rooting, and the potential effects of large scale disturbances such as global warming on plant communities. We will apply what we learn about plant ecology to better understand current research in the broader field of ecology in general. Our readings will be divided between current widely used texts in plant physiology and ecology and current research papers from technical journals. Day trips, workshops, labs and a multiple-day field trip will allow us to observe field research on plant physiology, restoration, the plant ecology of diverse environments, as well as conduct student-driven research on plant ecology and physiology. Communication skills will be emphasized, particularly reading scientific articles and writing for scientific audiences. We will also practice skills for communicating to a broader public using non-fiction and technical writing found in major botanical journals. Total: 16 credits. Enrollment: 25 Special Expenses: $250 for field trip costs. Program is preparatory for careers and future studies in forest ecology, botany, biology, education, environmental sciences and ecology. A similar program is expected to be offered in 2009-10.

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16.00

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Institution Website:

www.evergreen.edu

Phone Number:

(360) 867-6170

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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