GEP 341 - Conservation Biology

Unit(s): 3-4

Interdisciplinary investigation into biological, management, economic, and ethical issues associated with the current extinction of species. Course will cover principles and applications of ecology, population biology and genetics, biogeography, and social sciences for protection and management of biodiversity in the face of current widespread alteration of the environment. At least one field trip required.

Prerequisite(s): GEP 340 or BIOL 122 or BIOL 131 (can be taken concurrently), junior- or senior-level standing only.