Introduction to Quantitative Ecology

5 credits

Examines concepts in ecological modeling focusing on the rationale, interpretation, and motivation for modeling in ecological sciences. Explores individual, population, and ecosystem-based models. Excel-based computer exercises, model building and interpretation, readings. Prerequisite: MATH 125, MATH 135, or Q SCI 292; and Q SCI 381 or STAT 311. Offered: jointly with Q SCI 454; A.