List of Approved ESS Electives - Urban Freshwater Systems
BIOL 3624 Urban Freshwater Systems
CREDIT HOURS: 3
Ecology of urban freshwater systems with a focus on understanding how they respond to human-caused stresses within their watersheds. Students conduct case studies at nearby lakes and/or streams to monitor water quality and characterize resident communities of plants and animals. Evaluation is based on individual and group research reports.
NOTES: Offered in summer through
SEASIDE. An auxiliary fee is charged to cover field expenses. For dates, times and special registration procedures, see seaside.science.dal.ca.
FORMAT:
FORMAT COMMENTS: Field intensive
PREREQUISITES:
BIOL 2060.03 or
BIOA 3001.03 and
MATH 1060.03 (or
STAT 1060.03 or DISP) or permission of instructor
CROSS-LISTING:
ENVS 3624.03