Course Description

A study of the details of major ecosystems of the planet in terms of what makes them unique, especially how they contribute to global carbon budget, species diversity, and ecosystem services. Emphasis on physical drivers and ecological and evolutionary processes within these systems.

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Athena Title

Ecosystems of the World Hon

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Prerequisite

[(BIOL 1104 and BIOL 1104L) or BIOL 1108-1108L] and permission of Honors

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Semester Course Offered

Offered spring

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Grading System

A - F (Traditional)

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Student Learning Outcomes

• Students will increase knowledge of topical issues in the field of ecology, evolution, and biogeography.
• Students will learn to communicate effectively about ecosystem ecology.
• Students will become acquainted with standard methods in ecology and evolution.

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Topical Outline

• Background. Physical drivers of ecosystems
• Aquatic systems -Marine -Freshwater
• Terrestrial systems
• Global change, human impacts, and forecasting

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Syllabus

Select Faculty / Instructor to download syllabus:   Byers, James

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