This is an introductory course in general ecology. The basic science of ecology, the interactions of living beings among themselves and with their environment. Topics are related to environmental aspects of societal concern such as global warming, land use, biodiversity crisis, among others. (Note: Course number will change to 21:216:280 effective Fall 2023)Prerequisites: 21:120:201, 21:120:202, 21:120/216:205, and 21:120/216:206, with a grade of C or better.