Winter Term 2018 The Geography of Life: Biodiversity in a Changing Planet - 1407 - BIOL 420 |
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Prerequisites/Notes: BIOL 150 and BIOL 170; preferred but not required: BIOL 230 and BIOL 235 Catalog Description : Earth is a dynamic and changing planet, comprised of tightly linked ecosystems and organisms. In this course we explore relationships between the biotic and abiotic drivers that influence the distribution of global diversity. We use large-scale datasets to develop practical skills for monitoring the responses of biodiversity to environmental change. PREREQUISITES: BIOL 150 and BIOL 280; preferred but not required: BIOL 230 and BIOL 235 Attributes: Cross-Listed Course, GER NS Lab Course, GER Global Diversity, GER Speaking Intensive, 400-599 Advanced Course
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