BIOL 447 - Chesapeake Bay System

Institution:

Millersville University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Biology

Description:

Study of the effects of human activity on the ecosystems of the Chesapeake Bay System and the role of ecological principles in current restoration efforts. Investigation of how agricultural practices, riparian forests, tidal and nontidal wetlands and urban development affect the input of nutrients and toxins, and the estuarine processes in Chesapeake Bay that cause eutrophication and population declines in fisheries. 2 hrs. lec., 4 hrs. lab/field.

Credits:

0.00 - 4.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

BIOL 343 and ENGL 110.

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

Notes:

Offered in fall.

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

08/15/2021 - 08/14/2023 09/01/2006 - 08/14/2021 

Institution Website:

www.millersville.edu

Phone Number:

(717) 872-3024

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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