The units of biodiversity, from genes to ecosystems, how they are structured in space, and their importance to human well-being and ecosystem health. [3-0-0] Prerequisite: One of APBI 260, BIOL 230, FRST 201, GEOB 207, GEOS 207. Equivalency: CONS 314

An introduction to biodiversity and specimen-based science, including theory and best practices for creating, curating and preserving natural history collections, working ethically with collections, and the historical, contemporary and future role of these collections to science and society. [2-3-0] Pre-requisites: A minimum of 3rd-year class standing or higher.

Dynamics of plant and animal populations, structure of ecological communities and functioning of ecosystems. Interpretation of research results and application to environmental issues. Labs meet once a month. Please consult the Faculty of Science Credit Exclusion Lists: https://vancouver.calendar.ubc.ca/faculties-colleges-and-schools/faculty.... [3-3*-0] Prerequisite: One of BIOL 121, SCIE 001 or 8 transfer credits of first-year BIOL.

Diversity, ecology, cell biology and evolutionary origins of multicellular eukaryotes, illustrated through mosses and liverworts; fungi and slime molds; and fresh water and marine algae. [3-3-0] Prerequisite: One of BIOL 121, SCIE 001. Or 8 transfer credits of first-year biology.

Project-based course on development of bioeconomy products; demonstration of out-of-box thinking, service learning and teamwork. Restricted to students in the Forest Bioeconomy Sciences and Technology program. [2-3-0] Prerequisite: Fourth year standing in Forest Bioeconomy Sciences and Technology.