Biology at CCC: BIO 315, Case Studies in Conservation Biology

BIO 315
Case Studies in Conservation Biology

Syllabus

Catalog Description: This course will be taught in a seminar style and involve a review and discussion of readings, issues, and examples in biodiversity and conservation biology. Students will work independently and in small groups to critique Federally endangered species recovery plans, create materials that would be informative to the public regarding conservation issues, and debate the design of a park/reserve. Students taking the course for 3, rather than 2 credits, will also participate in a service-learning project involving an environmental issue in the local community.

Credits: 2-3

Prerequisites: BIO 121/122, BIO 234; BIO 307 is recommended

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