LECTURE SCHEDULE
PCB 4043C FALL 2010
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In Introduction to Ecology we learn about the major subdisciplines of this diverse science; Global Ecology, Ecosystem Ecology, Physiological Ecology, Population Ecology, and Community Ecology. Part I begins with a review of adaptation and natural selection, followed by a discussion of energy and nutrient flux in ecosystems. The section then finishes with the study of how organisms respond to their environment through modifications of form and function (physiological ecology).
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| Date | Topic | Download | Chapter |
| T, Aug 24
Th, Aug 26 |
Overview & Evolution Structure of Ecology & What does an ecologist do? |
Lecture2 (Large file. Broadband only!) |
1,6 |
| T, Aug 31
Th, Sept 2 |
Physical environment: Energy & Climate Biomes |
4,5 |
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| T, Sept 7
Th, Sept 9 |
Element & Global Cycles The Impact of Transportation & Review |
Lecture6 No notes |
23 |
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T, Sept 14 Th, Sept 16 |
Climate Change Exam 1 |
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T, Sept 21 Th, Sept 23 |
Ecosystem Nutrient Cycles Ecosystem Services |
24,25,27 |
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T, Sept 28 Th, Sept 30 |
Primary Productivity & Energy Flow Physiological Ecology I |
22,3 |
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T, Oct 5 Th, Oct 7 |
Physiological Ecology II Exam 2 |
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2 |
Part II begins with a review of social groups and population dynamics, followed by a discussion of how species interact within biological communities. Please note that this table will be updated and lecture material posted on this mirror page after October 11. Please go there for downloads after that date.
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