2026-2027 Course Catalog
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for the Undergraduate Minor in Ecology & Conservation Biology
A minor in Ecology and Conservation Biology points students toward getting strength in this sub-discipline of biology. Preparation for many careers is advanced by coursework in ecology and conservation, e.g. environmental lawyer, environmental consultant, conservation technician, and environmental educator.
for the Undergraduate Minor in Ecology & Conservation Biology
Course List
| Code | Title | Hours |
| --- | --- | --- | | IB 150 | Organismal & Evolutionary Biol | 4 | | IB 203 | Ecology | 4 | | IB 204 | Genetics | 3-4 | | or IB 201 | Organismal Genetics | | | Select two of the following: | | 6-8 | | NRES/IB 348 | Fish and Wildlife Ecology | | | IB 362 | Marine Biology | | | IB 431 | Behavioral Ecology | | | CPSC 431/IB 440 | Plants and Global Change | | | IB 444 | Insect Ecology | | | IB 451 | Conservation Biology | | | IB 452 | Ecosystem Ecology | | | IB 453 | Community Ecology | | | IB 455 | Ecotoxicology and Human Health | | | Please note: all prerequisite courses must be taken if specified, and students must complete 6 advanced hours of coursework that are distinct from advanced hours required for their major. | | | | Total Hours | | 17 |
for the Undergraduate Minor in Ecology & Conservation Biology
- Synthesize and apply core knowledge in Integrative Biology, including anatomy, development, ecology, evolution, genetics, molecular biology, physiology, and/or systematics.
- Apply predictive models to biological phenomena and engage with the process of scientific inquiry.
- Critically evaluate and communicate complex, dynamic scientific information.
- Employ curiosity, inquiry, quantitative reasoning, and critical thinking in problem solving.
- Create solutions for global and local biological challenges using interdisciplinary strategies.
- Develop professional skills including ethics, proficiency in oral and written scientific communication, data analysis and interpretation, collaboration, and the ability to critically evaluate science-related news and information.
for the Undergraduate Minor in Ecology & Conservation Biology
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