BIOL 1111 - Environmental Biology with Lab

Institution:

Dakota County Technical College

Subject:

Description:

This course emphasizes the fundamental concepts of ecology as it pertains to the impact of humans on their environment. It addresses the demands placed on the biosphere by the exploitation of natural resources and energy, the creation of pollution, and the disposal of waste. This course is interdisciplinary, combining concepts from the natural and physical sciences (e.g. biology, chemistry, geology, physics) with the social sciences (e.g. economics, politics, ethics, history) to present an understanding of the sustainable use of Earth's resources. The lab/field component includes application of concepts with an emphasis on observation, the scientific method, and analysis. Meets MnTC Goals 3 &10.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

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Institution Website:

www.dctc.edu/

Phone Number:

(651) 423-8301

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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