The course explores the physical geography of the Earth by examination of lithospheric, atmospheric, hydrological and biological processes. Laboratory involves field methods, topographic map reading, and in-depth discussion of these principles. EV, NU only. Explores the biodiversity of California plant life. Lectures focus on the varied physical environments and ecology of California plant communities.
Laboratories delve into the intimacies of plant taxonomy and identification.
Field trip laboratories will afford first-hand experience with coastal, interior valley, montane and desert plant communities and their environments. EVST 100 or permission. 231 Introduction to Modeling. Investigation of the process of modeling. Includes deterministic and stochastic models, rate equations and population dynamics, and statistical analysis.