Course Description
Principles and quantitative methods for the analysis of ecotoxicological data.
Athena Title
QUANT ECOTOXICOLOGY
Prerequisite
(ECOL(BIOL) 3500-3500L or (FANR 3200 and FANR 3200L) and (STAT 4220 or STAT 6220)
Semester Course Offered
Not offered on a regular basis.
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
The student should be able to understand the major models and statistical methods applied to the areas of bioaccumulation, lethal and sublethal effects to individuals, and effect to populations and communities. Conventional and advanced methods will be applied using PC-based software. After competing the course, students should be able to understand and implement the major quantitative methods applied in ecotoxicology and ecological risk assessment.
Topical Outline
a)Bioaccumulation b)Lethal Effects c)Chronic Lethal and Sublethal Effects d)Effects on Populations e)Community Effects