Units: 4
Hours: Lecture, 3 hours; two 1-day field trips; three half-day field trips
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Prerequisites: BIOL 104/BPSC 104 or BIOL 116 or ENSC 100/SWSC 100 or ENSC 100H/SWSC 100H; CHEM 112A; STAT 100A (STAT 100A may be taken concurrently); or consent of instructor
Description: BIOL 102 and CHEM 112C are recommended. An examination of the basic ecological principles related to land restora- tion. Topics include enhanced succession, plant establishment, plant adaptations, ecotypes, weed col- onization and competition, nutrient cycling, functions and reintroduction of soil microorganisms, restoration for wildlife, and the determination of successful restoration. Includes field trips to restored sites.
Cross-listing: Cross- listed with BPSC 165.