Lake Ecology
Durham
Life Sciences & Agriculture :: Marine,Estuarine,Freshwater
Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2022 - Full Term (08/29/2022 - 12/12/2022)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Term: Fall 2022 - Full Term (08/29/2022 - 12/12/2022)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:
3
CRN: 13081
CRN: 13081
Introduction to the ecology of freshwater systems with emphasis on lakes. Origins of lakes and the effects of watersheds on lake chemistry and nutrient cycling are explored. Other topics include the impact of human disturbances on productivity and aquatic food webs and methods used for the management and restoration of lakes. Comparisons are made of the structure and functions of lake ecosystems found in temperate, tropical and arctic regions. Prereq: general biology.
Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Equivalent(s): PBIO 817, ZOOL 817
Instructors: Amanda McQuaid
Times & Locations
Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location |
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8/29/2022 | 12/12/2022 | MWF | 9:10am - 10:00am | HS G34 |