Description
Conservation biology is the science of preserving biodiversity and sustaining the health and integrity of our planet. The three major goals of the discipline are to (1) Document the Earth’s biological diversity; (2) Investigate the effects of humans on the Earth’s species and ecosystems; and (3) Develop
scientifically- based approaches to preserve and restore these species and ecosystems. Topics include conservation ethics and values, biodiversity, restoration ecology, and sustainable development. Offered fall semester odd years. Prerequisites: BIO 121 and ENV 101.