Prerequisite: BSCI160 and BSCI161.

Urban Ecology is an interdisciplinary subject at the intersection of social, environmental, and economic systems. This course will examine ecology in the city (i.e. why do certain species live in certain greenspaces?), ecology of the city (e.g. how do urban ecological processes influence the health and safety of human residents?), and ecology for the city (i.e. how do we plan and restore greenspaces in a just way so that all residents have equitable access to nature?). This course will have a strong focus on natural systems within urban ecosystems. Each topic willfocus on key urban ecological concepts and then explore how these topicsapply to urban planning and design. The course will be a mix of traditional lectures and a few field trips to see urban ecology in action in Washington, D.C.