Plant-Animal Interactions
BIOL 316
Spring 2026
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01
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| Crosslisting:
BIOL 516 |
This course will explore the ecology and evolution of interactions between plants and animals, including mutualism (e.g., pollination, frugivory) and antagonism (e.g., herbivory, granivory), that are central to the functioning of ecosystems and the generation of biodiversity. The format will be seminar-style, involving reading, discussion, and student presentations of key papers on chosen topics. This course emphasizes reading and interpreting primary scientific literature and quantitative information, formulating original ideas in scientific inquiry, writing, and oral communication. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
NSM BIOL |
| Course Format: Seminar | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: BIOL214 OR [BIOL220 or ENVS220] OR [BIOL290 or BIOL590] OR [BIOL216 or ENVS216] |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (Biology)(Environmental Studies Minor)(Environmental Studies) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Provided articles from the primary literature.
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Examinations and Assignments:
There will be no examinations, but numerous written reports required. The second half of the course will be dedicated to seminar topics presented by students. Each student will be required to lead one class session with an oral presentation on a topic of interest and a guided discussion. A bibliography of important information sources for the presentation topic will also be required. During all other class sessions, each student is responsible for writing a brief report (summary and questions) based on the reading material. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
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| Instructor(s): Singer,Michael Times: ..T.R.. 10:20AM-11:40AM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 16 | | SR major: 6 | JR major: 6 | | |
| Seats Available: 16 | GRAD: 0 | SR non-major: 2 | JR non-major: 2 | SO: 0 | FR: X |
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