NR 660 (01) - Ecology and Biogeography of New Zealand

Ecology & Biogeog/New Zealand

Durham Life Sciences & Agriculture::Natural Resources
Credits: 5.0
Class Size: 21 
Term:  Summer 2024 - Summer Session I (05/20/2024 - 06/21/2024)
CRN:  70507
Grade Mode:  Letter Grading
Special Fees: $8,490.00
Covers the principles of ecology and biogeography, with a distinct focus on New Zealand. Students investigate the processes that have shaped the New Zealand landmass and its biota. Impact of human settlement on New Zealand's ecosystems is explored in-depth. Methods and techniques of scientific research are incorporated in this course. Field exercises focus on topical case studies in a variety of ecosystems and are designed to strengthen students' conceptual knowledge, enable students to apply this knowledge, as well as develop field skills including classification systems, mapping, habitat assessment, field identification, and sampling techniques.
Instructor Approval Required. Contact Instructor for permission then register through Webcat.
Co-Requisite: INCO 588 Co-Requisite: NR 661 Co-Requisite: NR 662 Co-Requisite: NR 663
Equivalent(s):  EC 660
Campuses not allowed in section: CPS Online
Instructors:  Kimberly Babbitt

Times & Locations

Start Date End Date Days Time Location
5/20/2024 6/21/2024 Hours Arranged TBA