BIOL 125 - General Ecology

Upper Division

Prerequisites
BIOL 001, BIOL 001L and BIOL 002, BIOL 002L.

This course examines the science of ecology, why it is important, and how it is practiced with a particular focus on California. Topics include physiological, population, community, and ecosystems ecology. The course is designed to encourage students to think about ecological theories and their application to real world situations. The lecture material and the lab require students to employ quantitative methods (i.e., math and statistics). Upon completion of the course, students will have a rich appreciation for the way organisms and their environment interact and shape each other as well as the interconnectedness of nature.

Core Curriculum Designation(s)
WID - Writing in the Disciplines

Term Offered
Offered every semester.

Fee
Laboratory fee $185.

Course credits: 1