GEOG 4240 - Biogeography

This course focuses on the application of geographic theory, methods and techniques to the spatial distributions of plant and animal species. The course will explore both the physical and human dimensions of patterns and processes associated with species distributions, movement and conservation. Course themes will include such topics as: physical environment impacts on growth, development and distribution; global regions and ecoregions; agricultural production and domesticated species; movement of species (domestic, invasive); and epidemiology.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: GEOG 1000 or GEOG 1050.

Credits: 3 hours