ENVS 6608 - Landscape Ecology

Prerequisites: ENVS 6600, ENVS 6601. In-depth study of the characterisitcs and dynamics of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems on a regional scale. Spatial relationships between ecosystems are examined with regard to natural ecologic and geologic functions and alterations due to human activities. Applications to land-use planning, resource management, conservation, and other environmental concerns are addressed via class projects. 3 credits.