Examine the large-scale ecological forces that shape our world, from the complex interactions between organisms and their environment to the factors that determine population size and structure. This course applies these core principles to one of the most pressing questions of our time: how will living things respond to a rapidly changing global climate? By the end of this course, you will be able to analyze the intricate dynamics within an ecosystem and evaluate how populations might adapt to significant environmental shifts.
What you'll learn
analyze complex ecosystem interactions
evaluate population adaptations to climate change
understand the factors influencing population structure