BIOL 265 - Ecology and Evolutionary Biology KCC AA/DB

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Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): BIOL 172. Comment: BIOL 265 may not be audited. BIOL 265 is an introduction to the underlying principles of ecology and evolution. Unique communities that have evolved in Hawai'i are included in the course. Upon successful completion of BIOL 265, the student should be able to: Apply the appropriate terminology when describing, explaining, and applying ecological theory. Summarize abiotic environmental features including climate, soil and geographical structure. Identify the biological and physical structures of ecosystems, major biogeochemical cycles, and energy flow. Examine the basic principles of population dynamics including birth and mortality rates, population growth models, life history strategies, competition and carrying capacity. Define the interactions within communities including interspecific competition, predation, and mutualism. Describe the evolutionary adaptations of organisms to their environment. Give examples of evolutionary principles that produced unique island communities. Evaluate the impact of habitat alteration and destruction, loss of biodiversity, and effects of alien species. Interpret and produce tabular and graphical representations of information, including tables, graphs, and maps. Locate and critique the value of printed and online resources. Evaluate the consequences of population growth, increased resource use and pollution on global ecosystems.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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