BIOS 5445 - Human Ecology

Students will examine patterns of distribution and abundance of Homo sapiens and the ecological processes that generate these patterns, through lectures, reading, multi-media, interactive discussion and dissemination of research and understanding. We will also consider the concept of carrying capacity and the dynamics of human population change in relation to the human niche and changing patterns of resource availability. This course is approved to cover the capstone requirement for the Biology and Biomedical Sciences majors.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: BIOS 3010 or instructor approval.

Credits: 3 hours

Notes: The prerequisites to 5000-level courses are: Junior/Senior standing and at least 12 credits in biology including the specific prerequisite for each course.
When Offered: Spring, alternate years