The science of biology as applied to the problem of maintaining species diversity. Topics include: history of conservation biology, valuation of species, indices of biodiversity, extinction, conservation genetics, conservation planning in parks and reserves, landscape ecology and case studies of conservation problems. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2600 or permission of the Department.Lectures three hours a week and laboratory/workshop three hours a week.
The science of biology as applied to the problem of maintaining species diversity. Topics include: history of conservation biology, valuation of species, indices of biodiversity, extinction, conservation genetics, conservation planning in parks and reserves, landscape ecology and case studies of conservation problems. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2600 or permission of the Department.Lectures three hours a week and laboratory/workshop three hours a week.