EESC 310 Aquatic Biology & Ecology (Lec/Lab)
Lecture: This course examines the physical process, aquatic biota, community interactions & structure, and function of inland aquatic ecosystems. Topics will include the scientific method, energy flow, nutrient cycling, ecosystem functioning, and human impacts on aquatic resources (eutrophication, water treatment plants, wastewater treatment, etc.) Students will understand the structure (lake zonation) and function of major types of aquatic systems (e.g. reservoirs, large rivers, etc.).
Lab: This course will provide an experimental approach to topics covered in EESC 310. This course will provide hands on exercises to complement the lecture. Students will learn field techniques to sample local aquatic systems. This course examines the physical process, aquatic biota, community interactions & structure, and function of inland aquatic ecosystems. Topics will include the scientific method, energy flow, nutrient cycling, ecosystem functioning, and human impacts on aquatic resources (eutrophication, water treatment plants, wastewater treatment, etc.) Students will understand the structure (lake zonation) and function of major types of aquatic systems (e.g. reservoirs, large rivers, etc).
Offered
Fall, even years