BIOS 5440 - Global Change Ecology

The causes and consequences of global climate change will be the focus of this course. We will examine the most recent predictions about the rate and magnitude of global warming, and the likely consequences for plants, animals, and other components of natural ecosystems, and humans. The last several weeks will be devoted to additional global change issues, including loss of biodiversity, introduced species, ozone depletion, and acid precipitation. Twice during the semester, each student will prepare a detailed illustrated outline and lead a class discussion.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: BIOS 3010 or ENVS 2250 (with grade of “C” or better in any prerequisite), or instructor approval.

Credits: 3 hours

Notes: This course is approved to cover the capstone requirement for the Biology and Biomedical Sciences majors. Open to upperclass and graduate students.
When Offered: Fall