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CONS 401 - Conservation Theory

Credits: 3
Not Repeatable for Credit
Offered by Smithsonian Mason School of Conservation

Introduces the field of conservation biology and science-based management of threatened wildlife, habitats, and human landscapes. Provides theoretical background for understanding the importance of biodiversity conservation and sustainability.

Designated a Green Leaf Course .

Prerequisite(s): 60 credits and college level coursework in the biological or environmental sciences.
Notes: Must be taken concurrently with CONS 320, CONS 402, CONS 410, and CONS 490. Only offered through the Smithsonian-Mason Semester. Students cannot get credit for this course and Biology 318 or NCLC 401.

Schedule Type: LEC
Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 2
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 1

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