VB 551
Ecotoxicology North Hemisphere

Credit:  2 hours.


Sources, environmental fate, and adverse effects of manmade and naturally-occurring chemicals on terrestrial and aquatic wildlife and ecological systems. Addresses wildlife health, including direct toxic effects and indirect effects via toxicity to other species. Focuses mainly on northern hemisphere with multiple examples from North America and Europe. Includes methods to reduce and prevent ecological and wildlife health problems. Includes one or more field trips comparing samples and animals from contaminated, pristine, and remediated sites. Examines laboratory ecotoxicology methods. Prerequisite: At least one semester of biology (IB 150 or equivalent), and biochemistry (MCB 354 or equivalent).