BIOL 463 - Limnology

Description:
Chemical, physical, and biological characteristics of inland waters. Three hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: BIOL 360.

Credits: (5)

Learner Outcomes, Activities and Assessments

Learner Outcome	Activity (optional)	Assessment
Describe the structure and function of freshwater aquatic systems		Written exams
Explain the ecological interactions among aquatic organisms		Written exams
Analyze and interpret physical, chemical and biological data collected from lakes and rivers		Written exams and laboratory exercises
Conduct a basic assessment of the physical structure and ecological status of rivers and lakes using a variety of standard sampling equipment and procedures		Field and laboratory exercises
Collect and identify samples of aquatic organisms common to inland waters of the Pacific Northwest		Field and laboratory exercises
Evaluate technical reports and manuscripts related to aquatic ecology		Research project report