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PWS 350

Rangeland Ecology

Plant and Wildlife Sciences College of Life Sciences

Course Description

Distribution and abundance of organisms and their interactions with the physical and biotic components of the earth emphasizing rangeland ecosystems.

When Taught

Fall

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

2

Fixed

3

Other Prerequisites

PWS 150 or Bio 100 or Bio 130 or PDBio 120.

Title

Ecology and Interdisciplinary Connectivity

Learning Outcome

See the connectivity and relevance of ecology to other fields of study.

Title

Ecology and Biodiversity

Learning Outcome

Demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of ecological principles and the multiple dimensions of biodiversity.

Title

Ecology and Human Well-Being

Learning Outcome

Understand the importance of ecology to issues regarding human well-being.

Title

Global and Geologic Processes

Learning Outcome

Understand how global and geologic processes affect life on earth.

Title

Soil, Water, and Air Ecology

Learning Outcome

Possess a working knowledge of the ecology relating to soil, water, and air conservation.