LSCI 322 - TROPICAL BIOLOGY AND AGRICULTURE OF COSTA RICA

Hours: 5
This course will emphasize the structure of ecological communities in the tropics (rainforest, cloud forests and seasonal dry forests) and address the myriad of ways in which tropical organisms have adapted to their physical environment, as well as how they have co-evolved with each other. In addition, contemporary issues such as the preservation of ecological diversity, sustainable agriculture, and the preservation of traditional culture will be considered. The course will include travel to field stations and rural communities of Cost Rica for 2 weeks.
Prerequisites: LSCI 202 OR LSCI 204 OR ESCI 205 or permission of instructor.
Notes: Taught alternate years.

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LSCI 322 - TROPICAL BIOLOGY AND AGRICULTURE OF COSTA RICA