An in-depth study of the ecology of wetlands, with an emphasis on freshwater wetlands occurring in Missouri. The course is lab intensive, and will include several field trips. Cambridge University Press. Wetlands delineation manual.
Lab is a vital part of the class.
More than two unexcused absences will result in automatic failure of the course. Field trips will go rain or shine. Dress accordingly and beware of natural hazards. Lab reports will be assigned for many of the laboratories. Some may involve pooled class data, but the writing and interpretation should be done individually.