Agroecosystems: The Ecology of Food Production (340-0-1)

Instructors

Gordon Smith

Meeting Info

University Hall 101: Tues, Thurs 2:00PM - 3:20PM

Overview of class

As anthropogenic change continues to impact ecosystem function, understanding the ecology of agricultural landscapes becomes increasingly pressing. In this course we will examine the underlying ecological principles governing agricultural practices. Using a combination of lectures and literature discussion, we will cover the history and impacts of sustainable (and unsustainable) food production from the lens of the biotic and abiotic interactions that make it possible. Finally, we will explore how the understanding of these interactions may allow us to maintain agricultural yields in the face of novel climate patterns.

Class Materials (Required)

N/A

Class Attributes

Natural Sciences Foundational Discipline
Natural Sciences Distro Area

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: REASON: Pre-registration is not allowed for this class. Please try again during regular registration. Prerequisites: BIOL_SCI 203-0 or BIOL_SCI 241-0 or EARTH 212-0 or BIOL_SCI 339-0 or PBC Graduate student standing or permission of instructor.