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.

Global overview of land use management and planning, with a focus on principles and practice. [3-0-2] Prerequisite: BEST 203.

Interdisciplinary approach to bioenergy. The technology of the systems involved, the social and environmental implications of biomass use for energy systems. [3-0-0] Prerequisite: BEST 202.