This course discusses the fundamentals of technical writing with consideration of other types of scientific writing. The stylistic and mechanical problems characteristic of technical writing are considered and worked on individually and in groups.
Students write and edit journal articles.
Biological conservation is a relatively new, applied discipline having more ethical and sociopolitical ramifications than is typical of nonmedical scientific disciplines. This course covers the development of conservation theory, biodiversity and problems of determining and evaluating biodiversity, relevant ecological principles, and ethical and economic issues. The course then considers current conservation problems and the methods and strategies. The first part of the course is in lecture format and the second part is in seminar format. This course familiarizes the student with the newly emerging science of restoration ecology, including its theoretical foundation and its application in today's world.