Forest Ecology

3 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture) This course provides an integrative, interdisciplinary discussion on structure and function of forest ecosystems, with a special reference to boreal forests in North America. Topics to be covered will include the following: the concept of ecosystem studies; global and local variations in forest type; forest ecosystem classification; processes controlling ecosystem structure and function; disturbances, succession, and ecosystem function of boreal forests; and computer modelling in ecosystem studies. Cross-listed: ENV-3471(3) Restrictions: Students may not hold credit for this course and ENV-3471. Requisite Courses: BIOL-2403 or GEOG-2213 and GEOG-2214 or permission of the instructor [prerequisite(s)].