CON-229 Stream Ecology and Monitoring

This course provides students with an introduction to hydrology, stream ecology and sampling design. Students will intensively study aquatic macro-invertebrate identification. The students will learn through field and laboratory experiences with data collected, analysis, and production of a final professional report.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

MAT-121, CSC-134 and CSC-135

Lecture Contact Hours

3

Lab Contact Hours

0

Other Contact Hours

0

Department

• Environmental Conservation and Horticulture

Grading Scheme

• Letter

SUNY Gen Ed Credit

• No

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate knowledge of hydrology and stream ecology (professional competency).
2. Design and implement a sampling plan (professional competency).
3. Identify aquatic organisms (professional competency).
4. Demonstrate proper use of stream sampling equipment (professional competency).
5. Analyze and interpret data (mathematics, critical thinking).
6. Write a professional report (writing, reading, information resources, computer literacy).
7. Comprehend, interpret, analyze and evaluate college level materials (reading).