Students prepare, present, and critique scientific presentations.
The distribution and activity of microorganisms in natural microbial communities based on microbial physiology and physical, chemical and biological features of the microenvironment. A critical discussion of literature and approaches. Interactive class dealing with the scientific basis of environmental concerns. The course will examine major natural resources laws, emphasizing the federal model. A modified case study approach will be used to review legislation and related court cases governing natural resources, including water, minerals, timber, range, wildlife, recreation and wilderness.