1005-250 - Galapagos:Ecology and Evolution

Institution:

Rochester Institute of Technology

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Description:

This is an 11-day fi eld course in Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands. Students meet weekly on the RIT campus during spring quarter to learn about the wildlife and geology of the islands and about their infl uence on Darwin's Theory of Evolution. The diffi culties of balancing human problems with environmental conservation are ongoing problems in the Galapagos. The actual fi eld trip occurs in May, right after graduation. We charter a boat and cruise among the islands for one week. There are daily shore excursions and frequent snorkeling opportunities. The course provides outstanding opportunities for nature photography. Although this is a spring quarter offering, students must contact the instructor during the previous fall quarter. Enrollment is limited to 11 students. A travel fee is required. Credit variable (S)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rit.edu/

Phone Number:

(585) 475-2411

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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