BIOL 235 - Introduction to Ecology

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

BIOLOGY

Description:

A study of the principles which govern the interrelationships between the biosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere and lithosphere components of a system of ecosystems, i.e., the ecosphere. Ethical concerns will be discussed throughout the course. Prerequisites: BIOL 102, CHEM 102, NSET 111. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Students will gain a broad and extensive knowledge of the processes, patterns and interactions which define the discipline of ecology. The broad field of ecology will be broken into population, community and ecosystem ecology. Student comprehension of the material will be tested by exams and laboratory assignments (2) Recognize the importance of ecological hierarchy and the necessity to conserve natural resources in an environment dominated by humans. Topics on global warming, overpopulation and pollution will be discussed. Student comprehension of the material will be tested by exams (3) Evaluate ecological literature to improve information literacy in the field and learn scientific techniques applied in ecology and environmental biology careers. Student comprehension of the material will be tested by exams, laboratory assignments and writing assignments in critical thinking (4) Investigate and communicate to a diverse audience the ecological impacts of global warming, pollution and overpopulation.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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