BI 309A - Environment, Ecology and Society

Institution:

Merrimack College

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Description:

This course will acquaint students with some of the social, economic, political, and ethical aspects of evironmental problems following an introduction to the basic principles of ecology - the study of the interactions among organisms and their physical environment. The future of our society depends on whether Homo sapiens can learn to live in harmony with the global ecosystem so that in can support civilization. Knowing how the world ecosystem works permits more than knowledgeable participation in the great decisions of our day. Consideration will be given to alternative ways of orgainizing our society in accordance with sound ecological principles. Satisfies the mathematics and science distribution requirement. Three hours per week.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.merrimack.edu

Phone Number:

(978) 837-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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