INTRODUCTION TO BIODIVERSITY: NO LAB (SC1055N)

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This science course explores what biodiversity is and how we can measure it. We look at concepts related to biodiversity widely used (and misused) in the media, the importance of biodiversity to sustain human life on Earth, and how biodiversity is related to our economy, society and politics. Laboratory sessions include Saturday visits to the aquarium, museums or the zoo.

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Code: 
SC1055N
Name: 
INTRODUCTION TO BIODIVERSITY: NO LAB
Discipline: 
SC (Science)
Type: 
Regular
Level: 
Undergraduate
Credits: 
4
Can be taken twice for credit?: 
No
Pre-requisites: 
None
Co-requisites: 
None

Learning Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate knowledge about biological diversity, its magnitude, its importance to maintain Human life on Earth and on our daily lives, and the major diversity related concerns.
  2. Demonstrate the ability to interpret scientific data related to biodiversity from a variety of sources.
  3. Demonstrate written and oral presentation skills when communicating scientific knowledge related to biodiversity.

Offering(s)

Term Code Name
Spring 2024 SC1055N INTRODUCTION TO BIODIVERSITY: NO LAB

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