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 several 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 and travel fee are required.