BIOL 336 Restoration Ecology

Restoration ecology focuses on repairing structure and function of ecosystems that have been degraded, damaged, or destroyed. Students will gain an understanding of plant community ecology, plant propagation, restoration design, management, and assessment in the context of normal disturbance regimes (fire, browsing, etc.) as well as mitigation of impacts of invasive species and climate change. Students are assessed through execution of practical skills and project planning. Laboratory includes field trips, applications of concepts to ongoing restoration projects, and assessment of established projects.