BIOL105 PO

This course will examine the primary literature, incorporate guest lectures from specialists, and take field trips to recently burned areas to explore theories, models, patterns, and predictive methods relating to the influence of fire on global ecosystems. The laboratory will included lab and field experiences focused on exploring novel aspects of fire ecology. While the focus will be on fire ecology in California, the last four weeks will explore similarities and differences among California, other Mediterranean regions, and other biomes across the globe. The focus of this course will be to understand the impact of fire on global ecosystems and apply these concepts to the preservation and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystem function. Prerequisites: BIOL 041E PO or equivalent.

PO Area 4 Requirement, Biology