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Welcome to Botany
575 / IES 400
Special Topics:
Tropical Ecology & Conservation
Delve into the astounding biodiversity and intricate ecological complexity
of rainforest and other tropical ecosystems during this new web-based
course. You'll get an in-depth survey of the major tropical ecosystems
including their biodiversity, natural history, biophysical and geographical
determinants, characteristic processes and interactions, and the threats
they face. Ecosystems covered will include dry tropical, montane, and
lowland forest formations, savannas, páramo (tropical alpine tundra),
freshwater systems, mangroves, and coral reefs. Characteristic plant and
animal species will be highlighted for each system. The course also will
address habitat-specific considerations and current approaches for conservation.
Topics addressed in this area will include biodiversity hotspots, habitat
fragmentation, landscape processes, ecotourism and development alternatives.
If you are looking for a thorough review of the diverse ecological systems
found in the tropics, integrated with discussions of what is being done
to protect them, then this course is an excellent choice for you.
Botany 575 / Envir St 400 is aimed at biology and non-biology majors
interested in learning about the science underpinning major tropical systems.
This knowledge can invaluably inform work in the tropics ranging from
social change and community development, to habitat conservation and scientific
research.
Non-traditional students such as continuing adults, teachers seeking
professional development opportunities, and natural resource or wildlife
managers are particularly encouraged to apply. If you are not a UW student
but would like to enroll in this course, please see the registration
page on how you can attend as a Special Student.
For more detailed information on the course, please follow the links
to the left. Otherwise, feel free to contact the course
instructor.
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