A detailed examination of the structural and functional relationships underlying the organization of populations, communities, and ecosystems. An investigation of both theoretical and experimental approaches to understanding the composition, diversity, and structure of plant, animal, and microbial communities. F, even years. An investigation into ecology for individuals, populations, communities, and ecosystems for practicing teachers. An investigation into cellular and molecular biology intended for practicing teachers.
Coverage includes a rigorous examination of molecular processes in cellular functioning.
Experimental approaches used to investigate molecular events in eukaryotes, prokaryotes, and viruses will be emphasized. Theory and techniques of system analysis and mathematical modeling applied to ecological problems. S, even years. Introduction to the genetics or ecology of populations including a survey of topical, historic, and current literature with emphasis on experimental evaluation of testable hypotheses. Special areas of current interest not commonly included in other courses.