2015-2016 University Catalog
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NCLC 401 - Conservation BiologyCredits: 6
Not Repeatable
Provides students with a working knowledge of conservation biology. Integrates the study of social, economic, and political factors with biodiversity, population modeling, habitat degradation, and management issues. Students confront the leading edge of this exciting field by developing real species conservation plans. The experiential learning component of the course will include trips to the Smithsonian Institution’s Conservation and Research Center in Front Royal, Virginia, to study with nationally known experts.
Designated a Green Leaf Course .
Fulfills writing intensive requirement in the major.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing. or permission of instructor.
Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3-15
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0 
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