BIOL 27500 - Field Biology LA NS

Institution:

Ithaca College

Subject:

Biology

Description:

Survey of the ecosystems of central New York. Areas of emphasis are direct experience of the diversity of ecosystems and their structure and function; adaptations of organisms to specific ecosystems; recognition of dominant and indicator species; human impact on ecosystem function and species diversity; and the methods used to measure these parameters. Lectures emphasize the unique attributes of different ecosystems and the techniques of data gathering and analysis. Analyses of societal impact and management of ecosystems are included. Lecture: Two hours. Laboratory: Six hours. Prerequisites: BIOL 11900-12000, BIOL 12100-12200, or BIOL 15100-15200; CHEM 11700 (may be taken concurrently); one of the following: BIOL 12000, BIOL 12200, CHEM 11800, COMP 11000, COMP 18500, MATH 15500, MATH 24300, MATH 24400. 4 credits. (F,O)

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.ithaca.edu

Phone Number:

(607) 274-3011

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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