EST 150 - Introductory Ecology

Institution:

Jefferson Community and Technical College

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Description:

Hours: 4 This course introduces the students to the basic concepts in ecology and application of those concepts to current environmental issues. Topics include: the relationships between organisms and the environment; factors that influence the relationships between organisms and the environment; factors that influence distribution and abundance of organisms; population structure and regulation; energy flow, nutrient cycling, and community development, structure, and response to disturbance. A weekly 2 hour laboratory will provide field and laboratory experiences for the students. Components: Laboratory, Lecture Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours); Laboratory: 1credit (30 contact hours). Prerequisites: BIO 103 and BIO 111 or equivalent. Campus: LCC

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.jefferson.kctcs.edu

Phone Number:

(502) 213-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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