An introduction to the local flora, particularly of conifers and of flowering plants, with an emphasis on field recognition and the use of keys. Two lectures and one lab per week. Three hours credit. Biology Seminar . A course in which the student conducts literature research on a biological topic and makes a one hour presentation.
Course is used for departmental assessment and includes an assessment exam.
One hour credit. An introduction to the study of ecological principles, including population, community, and ecosystem ecology and conservation biology. Two hours lecture and two three-hour laboratories per week. Taught Spring Semester. Four hours credit.