EEB 430 - Invasion Biology

Institution:

The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

Subject:

Ecology and Evolutionary Biology

Description:

History, biology, and management of biological invasions, geography, and scale of invasions, ecological effects, impacts to humans, and evolution of introduced and native species. Differences between “introduced” and “invasive” species will inform discussions about prevention, regulation, detection, management, and eradication. Comprehensive consideration of interesting case studies. Apply knowledge in a variety of scenarios and fields. Discussion of controversies surrounding biological invasions and prospects for the future of invasions considering biotic homogenization, animal rights, human activity, climate change, and management with new technologies.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.tennessee.edu

Phone Number:

(865) 974-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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