2025-2026 Catalog 
    
    Aug 02, 2025  
2025-2026 Catalog

BIOL 353 Conservation Biology




The course will focus on how science can inform conservation decisions by offering in-depth exploration of current issues in conservation. Specific topics include biological reserve design, sustainable harvesting, invasive species, maintenance of genetic diversity, endangered species management, and the measurement and preservation of biodiversity. Students will read primary scientific literature and will engage in computer modeling and spreadsheet exercises exploring each topic in detail. Students should be prepared to use basic mathematical skills throughout the course.

OWU Units: 1.00. Crosslisting(s): None. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 122 . Corequisite(s): None. Antirequisite(s): None. Fee: None. Core Competency: None. Offered: Fall.