BIOL 424T(F) Conservation Biology (Same as Environmental Studies 424T) (W)
This tutorial examines the application of population genetics, population ecology, community ecology, and systematics to the conservation of biological diversity. While the focus of this tutorial is on biological rather than social, legal, or
political issues underlying conservation decisions, the context is to develop science-based recommendations that can inform policy. Topics include extinction,
the genetics of small populations, habitat fragmentation, the impact of invasive
species, and conservation strategies.
Format: tutorial meeting each week between instructor and 2-3 students. Evaluation will be based on 5 (4-5-page) papers, tutorial presentations, and the student's effectiveness as a critic.
Prerequisites: Biology 203 or 302 or 305 or permission of instructor. Enrollment
limit: 10 (expected: 10). Open to juniors and seniors, with preference given to
senior Biology majors who have not taken a 400-level course.