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4.00 Credits
This course focuses on the historical, legal, ethical, economic and scientific foundation of the emerging field of conservation biology. Genetic, ecological and population analytical methods will be applied to case studies of conservation programs from around the world with an emphasis on research design critiques. Experimental design and statistics for field problems will be covered in depth. Students will design, implement, analyze and present their findings from an ecological field experiment. Prerequisites: grade of "C" or better i n ECBI O-301 and corequisite STAT- 301
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4.00 Credits
This course is an international overview of current strategies used for wildlife conservation of mammals, birds, fish and other vertebrate species. Population ecology, habitat, disease, foraging and behavior will be covered in depth. Students will research the historical, legal and economic foundation for current best-management practices. Through intensive field studies, students will compare and contrast scientific-field techniques used in wildlife management. Prerequisite: grade of "C" or better i n ECBI O-301
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3.00 Credits
Natural lands and natural systems occur in densely populated areas and because of the human impacts present vast challenges to the landscape architects and environmental planners who are entrusted with their protection and enhancement. This course studies in detail urban ecological systems, and the human impacts that shape them. The student will also be exposed to current restoration techniques, which are being utilized in the urban setting to restore natural ecological functioning to the city. Prerequisites: SCI-101, or grade of "C-" (1.67) or better in BIOL- 104 and BIOL-104L, or permission of instructor
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the biological, chemical, geological and physical aspects of the ocean environment with particular emphasis on the importance of the oceans to human beings and the impact we have on them. Students may participate in an optional field trip highlighting estuarine/coastal biodiversity, aquacultural techniques and oceanographic sampling techniques. Prerequisites: CHEM-104 and CHEM 104L, grade of "C-"(1.67) or better in BIOL-104 and BIOL-104L, or permission from the instructor
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3.00 Credits
Independent research is taken under the guidance of a faculty member. The research will include a written proposal prior to initiation of the project, a literature search, experimental fieldwork, a written abstract and report at the end of the semester and an oral presentation of the work. Guidelines for approval and for final evaluation are available in the School of Science and Health office. Prerequisite: permission of the dean
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3.00 Credits
Continuation of ECBIO-391. Prerequisites: ECBIO- 391, permission of the dean
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4.00 Credits
This is an intensive field course focusing on identifying, evaluating characteristics and growth habits of native and nonnative species from the coastal wetlands and salt marsh communities in Delaware and New Jersey to upland habitats in Pennsylvania. Urban microclimates, suburban development, biodiversity, impact of wildlife invasive species, habitat restoration and the nursery industry will be discussed. Prerequisite: grade of "C" or better i n ECBI O-301 o r ECBI O-208
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3.00 Credits
(writing intensive) This course explores the existing state of the world's natural resources including forests, fisheries, rangeland, soil, water, wildlife, air and energy. Management options for each resource will be explored in depth. Field trips will compare cost, impact and implementation of different approaches used by environmental agencies. Students will write and present a resource-management plan for a key issue. Prerequisite: ECBIO- 301
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3.00 Credits
Introduction to the overall functioning of an economic system with a view toward understanding the factors underlying income, employment and prices on the aggregate level. Topics include monetary and fiscal policy with primary emphasis on the impact of international trade and policy implications.
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3.00 Credits
Introduction to the principles underlying the behavior of business firms, resource owners and consumers within a system of markets. Introduces the theory of value and distribution and the implications of international trade on autarchy value and distribution.
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