Last Day of Classes - Tues. In general, it is suggested that students spend two hours studying outside of class for each hour spent in class in order to ensure successful completion of this course. The needs of each individual student will determine if more or less time will be required. You should be able to understand, define and explain all terms and concepts presented in lecture and texts. Various ecology and environmental science textbooks are available if your assigned textbook does not meet your needs.
Different authors have different approaches.
What may be confusing when presented to you in one form may be more easily understood with a different format. You are expected to attend all classes. Although one absence per course hour is permitted without directly subtracting from your grade, you should minimize the number of absences. If you should miss an exam due to an emergency, it is your responsibility to notify me within 48 hours of the missed exam. If the excuse is accepted, the make-up exam must be taken as soon as possible after you are able and before the exam is handed back to the rest of the class.