BIOL 226
Fall 2013
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01
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| Crosslisting:
E&ES 356, ENVS 226 |
| Certificates: Environmental Studies |
Invasive species account for 39 percent of the known species extinctions on Earth, and they are responsible for environmental damages totaling greater than $138 billion per year. However, the general population has little knowledge of what invasive species are or what threats they pose to society. In this course, we will explore the biological, economic, political, and social impacts of invasive species. We will begin by exploring a definition of an invasive species and looking at the life history characteristics that make them likely to become pests. Then, we will consider the effects of invasive species expansion on the conservation of biodiversity and ecosystem function, as well as their global environmental and political impacts. Finally, we will explore the potential future changes in invasive species distributions under a changing climate. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
NSM BIOL |
| Course Format: Lecture / Discussion | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: [E&ES197 or BIOL197] OR [BIOL182 or MB&B182] OR E&ES199 |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (BIOL)(E&ES)(ENVS-MN)(ENVS)(STS) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
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