ENVS495F

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ENVS495F - Conservation Biology: Field Studies in Developing Countries

Renewable Natural ResourcesUndergraduateUA - UA General

Course ID

029744

Course Description

Many of the worlds biological \"hot spots\", as well as some of the most critically threatened ecosystems are in developing nations and are in the greatest need for biological research. In this course, students will be able to step out of the classroom and into the real world to experience first hand the critical role that field biologists play in conservation. Students will be introduced to novel ecosystems and exposed to conservation issues faced by developing nations. Students will use the local environment as a laboratory to learn field research techniques and methodology. For students interested in the biological sciences, conducting field research \"in situ\" is invaluable in their professional development. The opportunity to visit a foreign country and be exposed to a different culture and environment can be a life changing experience. The objective of this course is to provide that experience in the context of biological research and the development of conservation professionals.

Min Units

3

Max Units

6

Repeatable for Credit

Yes

Total Completions Allowed

3

Total Units Allowed

18

Grading Basis

GRD - Regular Grades A, B, C, D, E

Career

Undergraduate

Course Attributes

CE - CL (Cross Listed), SEA - IE (Intercultural Exploration), SEC - GIC (Global and Intercultural)

Course Requisites

Cross Listed Courses

May be convened with

ENVS595F

Component

Colloquium

Optional Component

No