BI 2004 - Population and Community Ecology

Institution:

Unity College

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Description:

This course will provide an overview of modern ecology: the patterns and processes operating in populations and communities. The first part of the course will focus on demographic characteristics of populations and simple models of population growth and natural regulation. The second part of the course will concentrate on discussions of community structure. Topics include competition, predation, species diversity, niches, disturbance succession, island biogeography, and conservation. Students will also learn quantitative methods, field techniques, and conduct independent research projects. Credits: 4 Offered Semester I Prerequisites: BI 1024, MA 2243 or concurrent enrollment

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.unity.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 948-9100

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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