Now being taught by Jenny McCune

General: This course introduces the principles of conservation biology with an emphasis on how population biology and genetics can be applied to conserving diversity at population, community and ecosystem levels of organization. The course is divided into two main sections: problems and solution. Threats to biological diversity, ranging from species introductions to habitat destruction will be discussed along with conservation solutions ranging from the design of protected areas through conservation legislation.

Textbook: Frankham, Ballou and Briscoe A Primer of Conservation Genetics, or Primack A Primer of Conservation Biology.

Pre-requisites: Biology 2200 (Genetics) OR Admission to the Post-Diploma B.Sc. in Environmental Science program

Recommended: Biology 3300 (Evolution)