BIOL 3653 The Ecology of South Carolina-Mountains to the Sea

3 credits
Despite its small size, South Carolina possesses a wide array of natural communities. This course will explore the natural history of South Carolina’s four physiographic provinces: Blue Ridge, Piedmont, Sandhills, and Coastal Plain. Emphasis will be on basic principles of ecology, field-study techniques, identification of local flora and fauna, and general-nature interpretation. The course will incorporate various outdoor laboratory investigations and field trips to a number of natural areas. Some of the field trips will involve overnight stays at minimal cost. (Offered during May term.) Prerequisite: BIOL 1014. Note: Additional laboratory fee of $65 and travel fee of $25 are required.