BSC 2366 - Neotropical Ecology

Institution:

Valencia College

Subject:

BSC: Biological Sciences

Description:

Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor This course emphasizes observations of ecological relationships of plants and animals of the NewWorld Tropics and associated habitats. Onsite studies in neotropical locations (Costa Rica, Belize, Amazonia, etc.) will emphasize basic ecological concepts, such as the niche concept, niche portioning, symbiosis, competition, trophic structure, evolutionary relationships, co-evolution and predation. In addition, this course will emphasize identification of representative forms of life of various tropical ecosystems in the study country located within the neotropics. Both natural and artificial biological communities will be visited. Special travel fees apply. A valid passport is required prior to travel. This course will not be considered for science general education credit.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

valenciacollege.edu

Phone Number:

(407) 299-2187

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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