Limnology

This class introduces the fundamental concepts of limnology, the study of lakes, rivers, and wetland ecosystems. Limnology is an integrative science that investigates the physical, chemical, biological, and ecological properties and processes of fresh water environments. Therefore, we will discuss fundamental concepts and questions about how aquatic ecosystems affect organisms from different perspectives. We will also practice basic techniques for measuring and experimentation, and evaluate current research through a variety of approaches. 3 hours of lecture and one 3-hour lab per week. Offered spring of odd years.