NRES 362 A - Ecology of Invasive Species

Description:

Focused on the ecology and management of biological invasions, with an emphasis on understanding the introduction, establishment, spread and impact stages of the invasion process. Students will identify the causes and impacts of biological invasions, as well as management strategies for preventing new invasions and mitigating impacts of established invaders in freshwater, marine, and terrestrial ecosystems. No special equipment will be required, and any optional, weekend field trips will occur on campus. Course Information: Prerequisite: NRES 219 or similar introductory course in ecology.

Special Instructions:

Please note: This section will have synchronous (live) sessions, to be held during the scheduled class day/time listed in Course Explorer. Students are required to log in and use Compass2g (compass2g.illinois.edu) in order to complete this course.

Option 1

Number of Required Visit(s): 0

Course Level: Undergraduate

Credit: 3

Term(s): Spring