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May 14, 2024
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SUS 410 - Conservation Biology5.0 Credits
Prerequisites: BIO 105 or BIO 111 ; and ENV 101 ; and SUS 300 or SUS 301 , with a grade of C- or higher; or permission of instructor. SUS 300 or SUS 301 may be taken concurrently if neither course has been previously completed with a grade of C- or better.
Explores the diverse contributions of nature to civilization including the emergence of biodiversity on earth, the distribution and abundance of wilderness and primary ecosystems, and co-evolution of humans and nature. In an effort to maintain elements of biodiversity in the remaining healthy places on earth, technologies for the protection and restoration of nature are explored. Case studies such as national parks and extractive reserves will be used as models for designing enduring conservation projects locally and globally. The main professional tools for conservation biology will be taught, including restoration ecology, island biogeography, medical botany, and cultural survival. Landmark topics include ecological triage, biodynamic agriculture, corridor connectivity, and biodiversity sustainability. Critical thinking in nature reserve design will allow students to demonstrate in their final project how co-existence of humans with nature will lead to an ever-advancing and enduring civilization in a world park.
LEC 60 Clock Hours LAB 30 Clock Hours
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