Course Outcomes
Basic concepts
Demonstrate an understanding of basic concepts and processes in biogeography
Patterns of distribution
Recognize and be able to explain patterns of plant and animal life at many different scales
Human impacts
Explain how humans have affected the distribution and diversity of plants and animals, and apply concepts to decisions regarding human use of the environment
Current research themes
Demonstrate a knowledge of prominent professional biogeographers and ecologists and their current research themes
Future changes
Plan for future changes in species distributions and diversity as a result of environmental and human-induced pressures