BIOL 0304
Aquatic Ecology
Aquatic Ecology
In this course we will combine field-based laboratory exercises with classroom activities to examine how humans interact with freshwater ecosystems and how these systems contribute to our understanding of fundamental ecological concepts. We will take frequent field trips to aquatic ecosystems in Vermont and use data and observations collected to connect to broader ecological concepts and environmental issues. Topics covered will include food web structure of aquatic ecosystems, biotic monitoring of water quality, the measurement and interpretation of ecosystem metabolism, and the ecology of emerging contaminants. Evaluation will be based on consistent attendance and engaged participation in class discussions and lab exercises, reports synthesizing the lab exercises, and an original research project. (BIOL 0140). 3 hrs. lect./3 hrs. lab.
In this course we will combine field-based laboratory exercises with classroom activities to examine how humans interact with freshwater ecosystems and how these systems contribute to our understanding of fundamental ecological concepts. We will take frequent field trips to aquatic ecosystems in Vermont and use data and observations collected to connect to broader ecological concepts and environmental issues. Topics covered will include food web structure of aquatic ecosystems, biotic monitoring of water quality, the measurement and interpretation of ecosystem metabolism, and the ecology of emerging contaminants. Evaluation will be based on consistent attendance and engaged participation in class discussions and lab exercises, reports synthesizing the lab exercises, and an original research project. (BIOL 0140). 3 hrs. lect./3 hrs. lab.
- Subject:
- Biology
- Department:
- Biology
- Division:
- Natural Sciences
- Requirements Fulfilled:
- SCI
- Levels:
- Undergraduate