BIOL 140 - Introductory Ecology

Institution:

Millersville University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Biology

Description:

Introductory course in ecology (interactions of living organisms with the environment), evolution (adaptations of living organisms to the environment) and the environment of life on planet Earth. Important applied ecological topics such as agriculture and forestry, exploitation of populations, effects of disturbance and climate change, and conservation of biological diversity also are examined. The course covers significant content of the Academic Standards for Environment and Ecology and the Middle-Level Science Competencies as required by the Pa. Dept. of Education. 2 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab. No credit toward BIOL major.

Credits:

0.00 - 3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

ENGL 110, COMM 100 and completion of one course of MATH (101 or higher) or MPT of 160. In addition, BIOL 100 or 101 is recommended but not required.

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

Notes:

Offered during spring semester.

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.millersville.edu

Phone Number:

(717) 872-3024

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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