BIOL 316 - Limnology Lec/Lab

Institution:

Loyola University Chicago

Subject:

Biology

Description:

Prerequisites: BIOL 265 and CHEM 102 or 106. An introduction to the structure and function of lake and stream ecosystems. The course includes the integration of physical, chemical, and biological parameters. Laboratories include weekend field trips to aquatic habitats. Outcome: Students will learn methods of sampling and analyzing physical, chemical and biological factors in lake and stream ecosystems, and how to integrate these complex data sets to answer ecosystem process-level questions. Students will learn to evaluate the trophic status and health of a lake by the end of the course.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lab

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Institution Website:

www.luc.edu

Phone Number:

(773) 274-3000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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