Theory and Application of Stable Isotopes in Ecology

3 credits

Explores theory and application of multiple stable isotopes systems to understand and quantify a variety of ecological processes. Topics include the physical and chemical "rules" of stable isotopes, basics of stable isotope analysis in the lab, and statistical analysis of stable isotope data. Prerequisite: either FISH 552 and Q SCI 482, or permission of instructor. Offered: W, even years.