A field course in ecology. Students acquire an understanding of the sampling methods employed by population and community ecologists. Emphasis is placed on statistical analysis, data presentation, and technical writing skills. A field trip study of the biological characteristics of various locations throughout the western United States, especially Wyoming. A seminar in which students meet with faculty members in order to review current topics in biology.
Students gain a working knowledge and proficiency regarding a previously agreed upon topic.
Students demonstrate their understanding of the seminar topic through group discussions, review of current literature, written and oral assignments, and laboratory reports. Completion of BIOL 1010 and BIOL 2020.