Course Catalog - 2015-2016

     

EBIO 327 - BIOLOGICAL DIVERSITY

Long Title: BIOLOGICAL DIVERSITY
Department: Biosciences
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture/Laboratory
Credit Hours: 1
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): BIOC 201 AND EBIO 202 AND EBIO 213
Description: The lecture/laboratory course in field ecology focuses on the theory and practice of estimating biodiversity. The goals are to acquaint students with basic techniques for field sampling and quantifying biodiversity as well as some aspects of the natural history of south and east Texas. These will be accomplished through four field trips during the first half of the semester and an independent research project to be completed by the end of the semester. Class has required meetings outside of regular class time.