An introductory course in ecology and environmental science. Ecological principles and current environmental issues are discussed. Topics include global environmental changes, eutrophication, waste issues, human population growth, biodiversity, evolution, biogeochemical cycles, food webs, species interactions, invasive species, and food-environment issues. This course is intended for first and second year science majors and non-science majors of any class year.

OWU Units: 1.00. Crosslisting(s): None. Prerequisite(s): None. Corequisite(s): None. Antirequisite(s): None. Fee: None. Core Competency: Question Scientifically. Offered: Alternates between Fall and Spring each year.