Wildlife Populations
General
Prefix
BIOL
Course Number
442
Course Level
Undergraduate
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
College of Science and Engineering
Description
Mathematical modeling of population growth, population sampling techniques, and survival/reproduction. Case studies involve theoretical and empirical investigation of single populations, metapopulations, and sources and sinks.
Prerequisites
Credits
Min
4
Max
4
Repeatable
No
Goals and Diversity
MN Goal Course
No
Cultural Diversity
No
Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Employ mathematical and computer models to analyze changes in wildlife populations.
Outcome
Evaluate tabular, graphical and written research in population biology and demonstrate correct interpretations of technical literature.
Outcome
Demonstrate population sampling techniques in field exercises or in independent research.
Outcome
Apply the scientific method to problems in population biology.
Outcome
Perform library research related to population biology and generate appropriate scientific communications (written and oral).
Dependencies
Programs
BIOL442
is a
completion requirement
for: