BIO226

Natural Sciences

Fall

Arizona contains a broad diversity of biotic and abiotic variables acting upon the plant and animal species that have adapted to life in a sometimes harsh, desert environment. These fragile ecosystems have been affected from both a positive and negative standpoint by an increasing human population. This course will provide students with a basic understanding of ecological principles, concepts of energy flow through an environment, and knowledge and hands-on experiences to better understand the characteristics, restoration strategies, interactions within, and stewardship for healthy ecosystems.