A discussion of fundamental principles of ecology including adaptations of organisms to the environment; factors that influence the distribution and abundance of species; population structure, dynamics, and regulation; community development (succession), structure and function; food webs, energy flow, and nutrient cycling. A special focus will be placed on the natural history of Kentucky as well as field study methodology and literature research. Lecture: three hours per week. Includes a required four hour laboratory, meeting every other week, with extensive field-work requirements. Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or better in BIO 154/156 and MTH 113 or MTH 116 or placement beyond.
BIO-325: Ecology
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