BL 390 - Conservation Biology

(3.00 cr.)

Prerequisite: BL 121 , BL 126 , BL 201 , BL 202 . Corequisite: BL 392 or BL 393 . A comprehensive survey of current practices and theoretical background in conservation biology. Students examine local and global threats to biological diversity; the value of biological diversity; conservation strategies including the design and management of protected areas, captive breeding of endangered species, and reintroduction programs; and ethical and moral responsibilities of our society as it interacts with nature and other nations. IES