NRES 760 - Foundations of Ecology

(2 units)

Seminar or lectures on seminal papers in ecology with modern counterparts in current literature, including ecological niche, population dynamics, predation, community structure, and evolutionary theory.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 2
Offered: Every Fall - Even Years

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. understand and describe seminal and current research in the field of ecology.
2. demonstrate understanding of important principles in ecology.
3. demonstrate competency in interpreting and communicating research findings to peers and lay audiences.
4. demonstrate skills in communication and critical thinking through leading class discussions and oral presentations.

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