BIOL 1027 - Climate Change Biology

Institution:

Century College - Minnesota

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Description:

This course deals with the effects of climate change on various biological species and ecosystems. Topics include basic biology concepts including characteristics and organization of life, ecosystems, biogeochemical cycles, basic climate change science, and how various organisms are responding to it. Students will form eco-teams", a type of non-traditional lab component to the course, in which they will calculate their carbon footprints and analyze and determine ways to decrease their environmental impact. Students will explore practical ways to live more sustainably and how to be responsible citizens in regard to sustainability; all of which can improve one's quality of life, slow climate change, and help protect present and future generations of humans and other species. Prerequisite(s): Course placement into college-level English and Reading OR completion of ENGL 0950 with a grade of C or higher OR completion of RDNG 0940 with a grade of C or higher and qualifying English Placement Exam OR completion of RDNG 0950 with a grade of C or higher and ENGL 0090 with a grade of C or higher OR completion of ESOL 0051 with a grade of C or higher and ESOL 0052 with a grade of C or higher.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.century.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 770-3200

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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